Careers at Ironwood
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Our Mission & Core Values
Ironwood Maine is dedicated to transforming lives through a comprehensive Residential Treatment Program. We blend intensive therapeutic support, group activities, adventure-based learning, and diverse special interest areas like equestrian, canine programs, and more, into a structured environment designed for positive change. Founded by empathetic parents, we strive to foster growth in teens through therapeutic, behavioral, and academic avenues, emphasizing proactive behaviors, self-reflection, and community contribution.
Who You’ll Support
At Ironwood, we see beyond the struggles. Our residents, aged 13-18, are artists, athletes, future scientists, and more, all on a journey to rediscover their potential. With a focus on safety and success, we welcome teens from varied backgrounds, helping them overcome challenges and embrace their full potential in a supportive, all-gender environment.
Working at Ironwood
Our team is at the heart of Ironwood’s success, known for our caring approach and commitment to creating a healthier, happier future for our residents. We offer a superior work environment with ample opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Whether you’re an educator, direct care staff, or therapist, Ironwood is a place to thrive professionally, surrounded by a community passionate about making a difference.
Our Campus
Located in the serene mid-coast of Maine, our rural farm spans nearly 400 acres, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and therapeutic spaces. It’s an ideal setting for nature exploration, guided by skilled staff in a safe, supportive environment. Our professional community values collaboration and is driven by a shared mission to enrich the lives of the teens we support.
Open Positions
Therapist
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:
Ironwood is committed to helping families in crisis with teens who struggle by prioritizing positive relationship development and a multidisciplinary collaborative approach to treatment. Individualized treatment plans include intensive therapeutic and behavioral interventions, group work, physical exercise, outdoor-based experiences, and a variety of enrichment programs including equestrian, art, culinary, horticulture, and nature therapy studies. At Ironwood we use the three C’s in our therapeutic model: Cultivate self awareness and respect; Collaborate through engaging residents to be part of their therapeutic planning; Connect residents to themselves, their Ironwood community, and their families through teaching them the power of their mind-body connection.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Qualified candidates who can work within a team of professionals, as well as manage a caseload of up to 8 students who are engaged in all aspects of the program. Ironwood functions within a treatment team model, assessing and supporting students as a multi-disciplinary team. This position requires strong communication skills, thoughtful organization, the ability to multitask, and most importantly someone who is able to form healthy connections with adolescents and adults alike. This position is located on campus, with limited remote work by permission only.
POSITION FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establishes positive, trusting rapport with residents, parents and referral sources
- Diagnoses and treats mental health disorders
- Develops individualized master treatment plans and updates every 90 days
- Develops new admission evaluations including but not limited to the following:
- Biopsychosocial
- Master Treatment Plan
- Crisis Plan
- Behavior Support Plan
- Provides weekly individual counseling and treatment
- Facilitates weekly family therapy sessions that focuses on family systems/reunification
- Evaluates, measures and records resident progress
- Reviews daily behavioral progress notes and weekly academic progress notes
- Attends psychiatric medication consultations
- Refers residents to outside specialists or agencies when necessary
- Follows all safety protocols and maintains client confidentiality
- Communicates student’s progress with parents and referral source
- Facilitates clinical groups as assigned by the clinical director
- Works with the other departments to create a well rounded therapeutic environment
- Attends and participates in a weekly clinical and caseload treatment team meetings
- Meets with clinical supervisor at least weekly for formal supervision meetings
- Participates and contributes to quarterly Family Connect activities and sessions
- Additional tasks & responsibilities as assigned, depending on caseload
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Required Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to give and receive appropriate and timely communication
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to dependably serve as a positive role model to students and peers at all times
- Strong collaboration skills & teamwork ability
- Demonstrates empathy and compassion to support diversity and inclusion
- Proven success operating in dynamic and changing environments
- Demonstrates sound judgment & professionalism
Physical & Cognitive Requirements:
- Must be able to traverse irregular, uneven, and steep terrain
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment
- Must be able to adhere to process protocol
- Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner
Required/Preferred Qualifications:
- Graduate degree in social work, clinical or educational psychology, psychiatry or other related field, with current Maine State License requires; fully licensed a plus.
- Experience working with adolescents in a treatment center milieu required
- Must be able to pass extensive background checks, including fingerprinting
- 3 years experience in direct service to children and adolescents, preferably as a clinician, or comparable experience.
- Current CPR, Safety-Care, First-Aid Certifications a plus
Reports to: Clinical Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Type: Salary
Starting Pay Range: Conditional License ~ $62,000 -$65,000
Licensed ~ $70,000 – $75,000+ depending on experience
Approved by: Megan Ryan, Executive Director
Note:
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in the description.
For more information please contact:
Cheryl Anderson, Human Resources Manager
Email: cheryla@ironwoodmaine.com
Phone: 207-342-3655
Cell: 207-505-8681
Behavioral Health Worker (BHW) or Behavioral Health Professional (BHP)
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:
Ironwood is committed to helping families in crisis with teens who struggle by prioritizing positive relationship development and a multidisciplinary collaborative approach to treatment. Individualized treatment plans include intensive therapeutic and behavioral interventions, group work, physical exercise, outdoor-based experiences, and a variety of enrichment programs including equestrian, art, culinary, horticulture, and nature therapy studies. At Ironwood we use the three C’s in our therapeutic model: Cultivate self awareness and respect; Collaborate through engaging residents to be part of their therapeutic planning; Connect residents to themselves, to nature, their Ironwood community, and their families through teaching them the power of their mind-body connection.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Qualified candidates are individuals that are motivated to have a positive impact in the lives of teenagers. The BHW/BHP is an integral member of the Ironwood team. Core responsibilities include: building rapport with residents within appropriate professional boundaries; creating opportunities for residents to rediscover values and develop skills to cope with challenges; helping students develop a relationship with the natural world and learn how to get along with others in healthy and cooperative ways; evaluating the results of students’ choices; and encouraging residents to develop improved strategies and problem-solving skills.
POSITION FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively participates in training, supervision, and professional development.
- Maintain program expectations and encourage healthy growth in our residents.
- Review and maintain familiarity with student notes and record daily observations.
- Oversight of daily routines including, but not limited to: meals, chores, school, and enrichment activities.
- Maintain 100% supervision at all times, providing constant emotional and physical support to students.
- Respond to program, behavioral, and medical needs in accordance with Ironwood policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Required Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to give and receive appropriate and timely communication
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to dependably serve as a positive role model to students and peers at all times
- Strong collaboration skills & teamwork ability
- Demonstrates empathy and compassion to support diversity and inclusion
- Proven success operating in dynamic and changing environments
- Demonstrates sound judgment & professionalism
Physical & Cognitive Requirements:
- Must be able to traverse irregular, uneven, and steep terrain
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment
- Must be able to adhere to process protocol
- Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner
Required/Preferred Qualifications:
- Must be able to pass extensive background checks, including fingerprinting
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Experience working directly with youth preferred
- Experience with behavior and group management preferred
- College degree in related fields preferred (recreation therapy, behavioral health, etc)
- Current CPR, Safety-Care, CRMA, First-Aid Certifications, and Certified BHP a plus
Reports to: Campus Manager
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Pay Type: Hourly
Starting Pay Range: $18.00 – $20.00
Approved by: Megan Ryan, Executive Director
Note:
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in the description.
For more information please contact:
Cheryl Anderson, Human Resources Manager
Email: cheryla@ironwoodmaine.com
Phone: 207-342-3655
Cell: 207-505-8681
Overnight Behavioral Health Worker (OBHW)
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:
Ironwood is committed to helping families in crisis with teens who struggle by prioritizing positive relationship development and a multidisciplinary collaborative approach to treatment. Individualized treatment plans include intensive therapeutic and behavioral interventions, group work, physical exercise, outdoor-based experiences, and a variety of enrichment programs including equestrian, art, culinary,
horticulture, and nature therapy studies. At Ironwood we use the three C’s in our therapeutic model: Cultivate self awareness and respect; Collaborate through engaging residents to be part of their therapeutic planning; Connect residents to themselves, their Ironwood community, and their families through teaching them the power of their mind-body connection.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Qualified candidates are individuals that are motivated to have a positive impact in the lives of teenagers. The OBHW is an integral member of the Ironwood team. This position is primarily responsible for ensuring the health and safety of residents throughout the evening and overnight. The OBHW position works closely with our daytime BHWs to support residents through the transitions of their morning and evening
routines, by building rapport with residents within appropriate professional boundaries; creating opportunities for residents to rediscover values and develop skills to cope with challenges; helping students develop a relationship with the natural world and learn how to get along with others in healthy and cooperative ways; evaluating the results of students’ choices; and encouraging residents to develop improved strategies and
problem-solving skills.
POSITION FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively participate and contribute in training and continued professional development
- Remain awake, alert and responsive to the needs of the residents throughout the shift
- Monitoring security cameras throughout the overnight hours
- Assist residents with daily activities such as preparing for the day, cleaning and cooking
- Work in conjunction with the days staff team in the milieu at the end of day and/or beginning of day
- Provide routine bunk checks according to program procedure
- Update templates for residents’ daily notes
- Document residents’ progress and any changes in daily notes
- Review and maintain familiarity with residents individual plans
- Report significant health or behavioral issues to the on-call manager
- Provide crisis intervention and access emergency services as needed
- Maintain program expectations and encourage healthy growth in our residents
- Maintain 100% supervision at all times, providing constant emotional and physical support to students
- Respond to program, behavioral and medical needs in accordance with Ironwood policies and procedures
- Ensure the well-being and safety of residents throughout their entire shift
- Communicate with Overnight BHW Manager regarding any safety concerns, facility issues, or resident needs
QUALIFICATIONS COMPETENCIES/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Required Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to give and receive appropriate and timely feedback
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to dependably serve as a positive role model to students and peers at all times
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Demonstrates empathy and compassion to support diversity and inclusion
- Proven success operating in dynamic and changing environments
- Demonstrates sound judgment & professionalism
Physical & Cognitive Requirements:
- Must be able to traverse irregular, uneven, and steep terrain
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment
- Must be able to adhere to process protocol
- Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner
Required/Preferred Qualifications:
- Must be able to pass extensive background checks, including fingerprinting
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Experience working directly with youth preferred
- Experience with behavior and group management a plus
- College degree in related fields preferred (recreation therapy, behavioral health, etc)
- Current CPR, Safety-Care, CRMA, First-Aid Certifications, and Certified BHP a plus
Reports to: Overnight BHW Manager
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Pay Type: Hourly
Starting Pay Range: $18.00 – $20.00
Approved by: Megan Ryan, Executive Director
Note:
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in the description.
For more information please contact:
Cheryl Anderson, Human Resources Manager
Email: cheryla@ironwoodmaine.com
Phone: 207-342-3655
Cell: 207-505-8681
For questions or more information on any of these openings, contact
Contact Cheryl Anderson, Human Resources Manager
Phone: 207-342-3655
Email: cheryla@ironwoodmaine.com