Community Support Staff Job at Washington County Mental Health Services, Montpelier, VT

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  • Washington County Mental Health Services
  • Montpelier, VT

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington, and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”

Position: We are in search of a Community Support Staff, an individual to provide comprehensive support to clients at the Sunrise Wellness Center and other community locations as directed by the program manager. The primary objectives of this role are to facilitate social engagement, assist with activities of daily living (ADL), and support skill development.

Essential Functions:

  • Safely transport and provide assistance to individuals accessing Sunrise Wellness Center and participating in community activities.
  • Collaborate in program group activities as requested by the program manager or designated program staff.
  • Deliver one-on-one, goal-oriented support to a small caseload of CSP clients, aiding and coaching them in developing social and community living skills.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork efficiently and accurately.
  • Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, or other activities as assigned by the program manager.
  • Undertake other duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED considered).
  • Possess a clean driving record.
  • Hold a valid driver's license and have access to a safe, secure, and insured vehicle.
  • Must be capable of leading groups and effectively interacting with clients who may be experiencing various mental health symptoms.
  • Willingness to actively contribute to helping clients achieve their goals, which may encompass teaching activities of daily living.

Experience:

  • Demonstrated driving experience.
  • Prior work experience in a human service field is preferred.
  • Lived experience is also valued.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Physical tasks may include, but are not limited to, restocking shelves, unloading food bank orders, moving furniture, and emptying compost bins.
Compensation and benefits: This full-time position offers an hourly rate of $18.87/hr. and excellent benefits, including tuition reimbursement/student loan assistance; generous paid time off; employer-sponsored health, dental, life, and disability insurances; and a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match.

To Apply: We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers page. Applications (resume and cover letter, preferred) may also be emailed to recruitment@wcmhs.org or mailed via USPS mail to WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at recruitment@wcmhs.org or 802-229-1399.

Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes our organization stronger, we are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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