Acute Residential Counselor Adult - Developmental Services

Click the link below to learn how Howard Center helps change lives:Provide intensive clinical support and therapeutic opportunities in both a residential setting and in the community to individuals with cognitive and mental health challenges.The residential programs are modeled off a home setting serving 3 clients whose needs are complex and range in intensity.Responsibilities:Initiate constructive activities that address goals on a client's Individual Support Agreement (treatment plan)Implement the support and crisis plans (utilizing Therapeutic Options training), in collaboration with the greater treatment team.Facilitate community inclusion, daily living, and skill acquisitionUtilization of sound judgement and maintenance of calm demeanor during crisisProvide needed behavioral and/or mental health supportProvide needed personal and/or medical careRequirements:Three to four years of experience in a human services or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skill has been acquiredHigh school degree or equivalentRoutine liftingValid driver's license, and use of a personal vehicleAbility to work either Saturday or SundayStructure:Varied schedules including weekend and evening hoursTravel within Chittenden CountyResidential homes located in Burlington, Starksboro, and HinesburgNon-exemptUnionStarting at $21.66 an hourWe offer a competitive salary commensurate to experienceBenefits:Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or moreComprehensive BCBS Medical with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part-time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.Two Dental options through Delta DentalVision InsuranceEmployer 401(k) contributionsEmployer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insuranceMedical & Childcare Flexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee referral program with financial paymentDiscounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truEDAward-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and educationVoluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!Employee referral and sign-on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy, for both internal and external applicants.Our Values:

Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.

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