Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) – Penobscot County

Job Overview

Penquis is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) to work with children and young adults through hands-on skill building and community-based support. This role focuses on helping clients build confidence, practice daily living skills, and develop greater independence through interactive activities and outings.

Responsibilities

• Use games and activities to teach directions and healthy emotional responses.
• Use video clips and other tools to practice non-verbal communication skills.
• Support community outings that build safety skills and positive friendships.
• Teach money skills and independent community interactions during errands and outings.
• Practice meal planning and cooking skills with clients.
• Help clients learn self-soothing strategies and how to ask for help.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Maine driver's license in good standing with reliable transportation and automobile insurance.
• Access to a cell phone or smartphone.
• Ability to meet Penquis background-check requirements upon hire and periodically thereafter, with satisfactory results as required by current contract provisions.

Benefits

• Earned paid leave
• Paid training for required certifications, including BHP certification, First Aid/CPR, Safety Care, Trauma Informed Care, and Mandated Reporter
• Retirement Plans

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