"We value the many contributions of our staff, and we recognize that every person, every job, contributes to the well-being of the children, adults, and families we serve. I hope you will consider joining one of our many teams to make a difference in the lives of so many of our neighbors and community members."

• Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

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*Acute Residential Counselor Adult - ASSIST/Act 1/Bridge Floater:*
Maintain a stable environment for adults with mental health and/or substance use challenges, at two residential programs. This is a full-time position that works at Assist, a hospital diversion program that supports adults having a mental health crisis, and ACT1/Bridge, a social detox and jail-diversion sobering program. This is a unique opportunity to gain a broad level of experience in the fields of substance use and mental health. Individuals with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:

• Provide supportive counseling, medication management, and crisis intervention
• Help residents strengthen coping and symptom management skills
• Maintain the overall functioning and cleanliness of the programs
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals
• Provide short-term case management and referrals to appropriate levels of care
• Facilitate groups
• Administer medication

Requirements:

• One year of experience in the social service field
• Valid driver's License and use of a personal vehicle
• Ability to work after hours, holidays, and overnight shifts, flexibility in willingness to cover urgent/emergency coverage shifts and callouts

Structure:

• Full-time (40 hours)
• Non-exempt
• Union
• Starting at $21.66 an hour
• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

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 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 Dental
• 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 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.66 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Loan assistance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

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