Maine Medical Center

Behavioral Health Clinician II - Adult Outpatient Psychiatry

Maine Medical Center$71K — $96K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree in social work, clinical counseling, addiction treatment, or related field.
  • Licensed as LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT in Maine.
  • Minimum two years of behavioral health experience, including conditionally licensed clinician role.
  • Proficiency in evidence-based therapy approaches (DBT, CBT, MI, etc.).
  • Experience with diverse patient populations including those with substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments for adults with behavioral health needs.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Provide individual and group therapy utilizing evidence-based approaches.
  • Help patients develop coping skills and enhance daily functioning.
  • Engage in collaborative treatment with psychiatrists and behavioral health professionals.

Benefits

  • Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
  • Flexible work options to support work-life balance.
  • Paid parental leave for new parents.
  • Access to student loan assistance programs.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Full Job Description
Description
MaineHealth Behavioral Health

Professional - Clinical
Req #: 80064

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a sign on bonus of up to $10,000 for all eligible Behavioral Health Clinicians!

Eligible candidates are hired into a Full or Part-time position. Bonus amount prorated for Part-time hires; per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 3 months of separation from employment .

Maine state licensure to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) is required

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults navigating complex mental health and substance use challenges

About the Adult Outpatient Clinic

The Adult Outpatient Clinic at McGeachey Hall is part of the MaineHealth Behavioral Health (MHBH) continuum of care. We provide hospital-based outpatient behavioral health services for adults (18+) with primary DSM-5-TR mental health diagnoses, including individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders.

Patients are referred to the clinic for comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and medication management. Following an initial assessment by a psychiatrist, psychiatric resident under attending supervision, or advanced practice provider (APP), an individualized treatment plan is developed based on each person's unique needs. Services may include medication management, individual therapy, group therapy, case management, vocational services, and specialty behavioral health treatments.

About the Role

The Behavioral Health Clinician II is an integral member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, providing individual and group psychotherapy to adults with a wide range of behavioral health needs. This clinician utilizes evidence-based approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Seeking Safety.

Working collaboratively with psychiatrists, APPs, case managers, and other behavioral health professionals, the Behavioral Health Clinician II helps patients develop coping skills, improve daily functioning, strengthen resilience, and make meaningful progress toward their recovery goals. The role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and team-oriented environment.

Summary:
The role of Behavioral Health Clinician II, working under an independent license, involves providing comprehensive care and support to clients with behavioral health needs. The key responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing direct care through individual, group, and family therapy sessions.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

  1. Education: Master's degree in social work, Clinical Counseling, Addiction Treatment, or related field
  2. License/Certifications: Licensed LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT from the respective licensing board of the State of Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation (OPOR)
  3. Experience: At least two years of behavioral health experience including employment as a conditionally licensed clinician.


Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $71,448.00 to $96,636.80 per year.

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [email protected]

Hiring Scam Alert

MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [email protected] .

About Maine Medical Center

Maine Medical Center is a 637-bed teaching hospital located in Portland, Maine. It is the largest hospital in northern New England, and serves as the tertiary referral center for Maine, as well as parts of Vermont and New Hampshire. The hospital is a Level One Trauma Center, and is also home to the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Maine Medical Center Research Institute.
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Founded
1951

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