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Howard Center · 4 months ago

Acute Residential Counselor Floater - Developmental Services: Specialized Care (Full-Time & Part-Time)

Burlington, VT 05401, USA

Full-time, Part-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$22.52/hr - $22.52/hr

3+ years exp

Howard Center is dedicated to providing specialized care through residential programs that serve clients with complex needs. The Acute Residential Counselor Floater will initiate and implement treatment plans, facilitate community inclusion, and provide necessary support and care for clients.

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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 acquisition]

Utilization of sound judgement and maintenance of clam demeanor during crisis

Provide needed behavioral and/or mental health support

Provide needed personal and/or medical care

Qualification

Human services experienceMedical equipmentTrauma-informed approachPerson-centered careAdhere to safety protocols

Required

Three to four years of experience in a human services or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skill has been acquired

High school degree or equivalent

Routine lifting

Valid driver's license, and use of a personal vehicle

Ability to work either Saturday or Sunday

Knowledge of medical equipment

Committed to trauma-informed approach

Person-centered

Adhere to safety protocols

Benefits

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 more

Comprehensive Health Insurance 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

Vision Insurance

Employer 401(k) contributions

Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance

Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account

Childcare Stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral program with financial payment

Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED

Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education

Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!

Employee referral bonus is subject to Howard Center policy.