Residential Counselor

  • NFI North
  • Bangor, Maine
  • Full Time

At NFI North, we strive to create a world where mental and behavioral health services are readily accessible for everyone creating A Place to Belong. NFI North provides mental health and behavioral support services to people facing life challenges. We design diverse and innovative programs that provide a high level of structure within communities of care when a person or family is in need. Our goal is for people to grow, have hope, thrive in their community and feel like they belong.

Are you a special person with a true appreciation for older adults? Do you want to experience career growth? Here is your chance to become part of an amazing, dynamic team! Finson Road, a placement for older adults with prolonged mental health issues has an immediate opening for a Direct Care Counselor Wednesday to Saturday 6am-4pm. Our residents require support and encouragement to remain as independent as possible. Our Direct Care Counselors must possess skills to oversee and organize their shift, provide care management, supervise and assist in the development of skills and fostering abilities, in addition to providing nurturing support and direct care to our program participants.

An associate’s degree in human services or a related field would be preferred; however, equivalent experience is also acceptable. It is important for candidates to have the ability to recognize each of our clients’ uniqueness and needs. Candidates must be flexible, possess the ability to be multi-tasked, and have a willingness to learn the clinical issues of individuals with mental illness, as well as the cognitive deficits and multiple medical conditions that accompany the individual during the aging process, and how these often work together.

NFI North offers comprehensive and affordable Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage. Generous paid time off including 3 weeks of vacation, sick time and 11 paid holidays. We also provide tuition reimbursement, retirement match, company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability and much more! In addition to excellent training, we offer supportive environments that allow for creativity, a sense of empowerment and opportunities for advancement.

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Visit us at www.nfinorth.com

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Job ID: 489907406
Originally Posted on: 8/18/2025

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