students from Husson University who choose to take courses required by the State of Maine to fulfill the MHRT/C may apply for this certificate upon graduation.

This is a credential necessary for employment in entry level mental health positions at mental health agencies throughout the state of Maine. Such positions in the mental health field are typically referred to as "case management" or "community integration services" positions.?

These situations typically involve working as part of team providing case management and skills development to adults with mental health or co-occurring disorders (i.e., substance abuse). Additionally, individuals in these posts assist clients in recovery doing individual and group work by providing skills-based services (e.g., communication skills development, independent living skills training, health education, etc.).?

Entry level appointments also require employees to? have a working knowledge of housing options, entitlement programs, and the ability to work as part of a treatment team with other professionals in various fields (e.g., psychologists, physicians, occupational therapists, etc.).