Children’s Clinician

United Counseling Service of Bennington County; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Employer paid life insurance

Employer paid disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Licensure supervision toward licensure

Loan repayment and tuition assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

United Counseling Service of Bennington County is seeking a Children’s Clinician to provide counseling to families and children in home, office, or school settings across Bennington County. The clinician will support case management, school communication, and community collaboration, offering education services to teachers and professionals as needed.

The role includes direct clinical services, home visits, and active participation in program coordination to enhance outcomes for children with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work or related degree.
• Licensure, or on track for licensure, in Vermont as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Social Worker, or Psychologist.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Computer Skills Required: Typing and navigating, Microsoft Windows literacy, Email usage, EMR

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, family, or group counseling services to parents and children in their home, in the office, or in the school.
• Makes home visits to support families and facilitates communication between agencies on behalf of the child.
• Attends team meetings to plan and monitor services and provides case management, collateral contact, and social support.
• Provides consultation services to teachers, school personnel and other professionals. Consultation can be educational or evaluative.
• Attends UCS and community meetings to promote coordination and communication; follows record-keeping procedures.

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, social work or related degree

Job description

Children’s Clinician

United Counseling Service of Bennington County Inc Bennington, Vermont, United States

About this position

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.

To provide clinical services to families and children with intensive needs. To provide client centered services in multiple settings (office; in-home; community, as needed).

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

DIRECT CLINICAL SERVICES: Provides individual, family, or group counseling services to parents and children in their home, in the office, or in the school. Provides parent education and consultation.

CASE MANAGEMENT / SERVICE COORDINATION: Makes home visits to support families. Facilitates communication between agencies on behalf of the child. Attends team meetings to plan and monitor services. Provides case management, collateral contact, and social support.

CONSULTATION / EDUCATION SERVICES: Provides consultation services to teachers, school personnel and other professionals. Consultation can be educational or evaluative.

ADMINISTRATIVE: Attends all UCS and community meetings necessary to promote coordination and communication. Follows all UCS record-keeping procedures and performs other duties as necessary.

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

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work or related degree with some experience providing counseling and case management services to families and children.
• Licensure, or on track for licensure, in Vermont as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Social Worker, or Psychologist.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Computer Skills Required: Typing and navigating, Microsoft Windows literacy, Email usage, EMR