Acute Residential Counselor Youth - Jarrett House

Maintain a healthy living environment, providing supervision, modeling healthy interactions, and responding safely to escalated behavior, while working with at-risk children.The Jarrett House is a crisis stabilization program specializing in trauma treatment and psychiatric care of children. The Jarrett House is a staff-secure residential home in Burlington serving Vermont children ages 5-13, who are experiencing an acute mental health emergency.Responsibilities:Develop healthy, therapeutic relationships with residentsCoordinate/implement behavior plansAssess/adjust the milieu to ensure proper supervision and crisis managementCommunication and documentation of treatment progressRequirements:A combination of experience, skills and/or educationExperience working with children with emotional/behavioral challengesValid driver's license and use of a personal vehicleStructure:Full time (40 hours)Jarrett House is a 24/7 program. Schedules include non-traditional hours (evening and weekend shifts)UnionNon-exemptStarting at $21.66 an hourWe offer a competitive salary commensurate to experienceGenerous 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 and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.

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