Clinician - School Programs - ACE Program (Essex High School)

Vermont, Inc; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental options

Vision Insurance

Employer 401(k) contributions

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Howard Center in Burlington, Vermont is seeking a Clinician for the School Programs - ACE Program to provide mental health, consultation and case management services to youth. The role connects home, school and community to support students’ development and school success in a co-hire arrangement with Essex Westford School District.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in a mental health discipline is required.
• Experience working with youth with emotional/behavioral challenges.
• VT Clinical License or License Eligible and on the roster of Non-Licensed, Non-Certified Psychotherapists.
• Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement treatment plans for students experiencing significant emotional/behavioral/environmental challenges.
• Provide services in school, home and community settings.
• Provide services at multiple levels including: individual, family, group, staff/team, classroom and school community.
• Provide supportive counseling and collateral contact to students and families in order to facilitate success in reaching treatment goals.
• Conduct clinical assessments and diagnosis.
• Provide crisis prevention and intervention.
• Educate/Consult with school staff about mental health issues, poverty, marginalization and disenfranchisement.
• Clinical documentation and record keeping in compliance with Agency requirement.

Skills

Youth experience

Case management

Collaboration with schools

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in a mental health discipline

VT Clinical License or License Eligible

Job description

at Howard Center in Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Description

Clinician - School Programs - ACE Program

Provide mental health, consultation and case management services to youth, using a Social Work model.

The School Services Program helps children, ages 3-22 and their families address challenges so that children can experience healthy development and school success. School Services Clinicians act as the link between home, school and community in order to promote and support students' overall school and social success.

This is a co-hire position between Howard Center and the Essex Westford School District.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement treatment plans for students experiencing significant emotional/behavioral/environmental challenges


• Provide services in school, home and community settings


• Provide services/support at multiple levels including: individual, family, group, staff/team, classroom and school community


• Provide supportive counseling and collateral contact to students and families in order to facilitate success in reaching treatment goals


• Conduct clinical assessments and diagnosis


• Provide crisis prevention and intervention


• Educate/Consult with school staff about mental health issues, poverty, marginalization and disenfranchisement


• Clinical documentation and record keeping in compliance with Agency requirement

Requirement

• Masters Degree in a mental health discipline


• Experience working with youth with emotional/behavioral challenges


• VT Clinical License or License Eligible and on the Roster of Non-Licensed, Non-Certified Psychotherapists (See Licensing Requirement Notice Below)


• Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicl

Licensing Requirement Notic

Vermont regulation mandates that individuals who are on the Roster of Nonlicensed Noncertified Psychotherapists, through the Office of Professional Regulation, must be actively working towards professional licensure. This rule does not apply to First Call for Chittenden County

Structure

• Full-time, 40 hours/ week


• AFSCME Union (dues will apply)


• ,Annual starting salary at $57,314.71 (Non-Licensed), $61,269.43 (Licensed)


• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experienc

Benefits:

• 40-hour work week with a 205-day annual contract


• Time off includes accruals to cover paid school breaks, 3 personal days and 8 sick days (pro-rated for part time staff and mid-year hires)


• $1000 bonus for completing contract days annually (pro-rated for part time staff and mid-year hires)


• Comprehensive Medical 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 Insuranc


• 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.

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, LGBTQIA and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.