Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Children Youth and Family Services Clinician

Job Location: Bennington, VT 05201

Education Level Master Degree

Salary Range: $57,271.00 - $64,046.00 Salary/year

Job Category: Position Requires Credentialing

Description: Description And as an additional benefit for our Rostered Clinicians, we provide the required 100 hours of clinical supervision toward licensure, free of charge. Based on the current hourly rate of clinical supervision and the number of hours required, this benefit is valued at approximately $10,000.

Why Join UCS:

Since 1958, United Counseling Service (UCS) has been dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals and families in our community. Through a wide range of programs, services, and educational opportunities, we strive to meet the diverse needs of those we serve. Our team includes professionals from various fields, including administration, clinical services, nursing, education, case management, psychiatry, and direct support, working across 17 facilities throughout Bennington County.

As a proud affiliate of Vermont Care Partners—a statewide network of 16 non-profit community-based agencies—we deliver comprehensive mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental services across Vermont. We are currently seeking compassionate, motivated team players to join us in making a positive impact and building a stronger community.

UCS Offers Generous Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short term and long term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities
• Free clinical supervision towards licensure
• Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
• Award winning worksite wellness program
• An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
• Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

Qualifications: Qualifications

Under the direction of the Director of Children, Youth, and Family Services (CYFS), the CYFS Clinician provides clinical outpatient therapy services to children and families, allowing easy access, timely response, and flexibility to deliver services that are located at not only at UCS Bennington and Manchester offices, but in the community as needed for a family centered approach.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

DIRECT CLINICAL SERVICES: Contributing to overall community mental health by providing assessment and counseling to children, families, and/or groups suffering from the effects of trauma, mental health and/or substance use disorder. Services will be provided in the home, school, or office as needed. Facilitates referrals and communication with CYFS and UCS services, as well as between agencies for other services on behalf of the child. Attends CYFS and other applicable UCS team meetings to plan and monitor services. Provides case management, collateral contact, and social support, as needed.

May provide Substance Use services, or within related SUD grants, the incumbent will show competencies in screening, assessment, engagement, treatment planning, collaboration, referral, HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and other evidence-based counseling and professional ethics theories, in order to provide effective care. Consultation, counseling and participation as needed for clients in the annual summer camp programming and for various client centered programs.

ADMINISTRATIVE: Attends all UCS and community meetings necessary to promote coordination and communication.

CONSULTATION/EDUCATION SERVICES: Provides consultation and support to CYFS staff and other UCS staff, as needed. In addition, provides consultation and collaborative services to teachers, community partners, and school personnel, as needed. Consultation can be educational or evaluative.

CLINICAL RECORD KEEPING: Initiates and maintains compliance of timely and thorough record keeping and administrative/clinical documentation required to account for services to clients and program requirements. Such work includes, but is not limited to, client-specific assessments, case services, treatment plans, and progress notes, time sheets, schedules, and assigned periodic reports.

* In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree in a relevant human service field with experience providing counseling services to families and children.
• Must have an interest in providing Trauma Based Interventions.
• Licensure or eligible to pursue licensure in Vermont as Social Worker, Psychologist, or Mental Health Professional.
• Valid Driver’s License

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Summer work, Work at office,

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