Residential Support

Washington County Mental Health Services Inc; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) is seeking a dedicated Residential Support staff member to assist adults with intensive mental health needs in a licensed care home. You will help with daily living activities, meals, medications, and community integration, while working with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery goals.

The role offers training, mentorship, and a supportive environment in which to build skills, with shifts that may include evenings or overnights.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Experience with psychiatric populations desirable.
• Ability to complete treatment notes in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct residential support to adults in a licensed care home.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including meals and medication routines.
• Accompany residents to medical, psychiatric, and community appointments.
• Monitor and document resident progress and concerns per care plans.
• Maintain a safe, structured residential environment following regulations.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or Human Services

Job description

Residential SupportWCMHS is seeking Residential Support that is driven to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intensive mental health needs. As part of our Residential Support team, you play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, stability, and confidence in their daily lives. In a small, licensed residential care home, your work directly supports residents in a structured, 24/7 environment with nursing oversight.Through hands-on guidance with daily living skills, meal planning, vocational activities, medication routines, and treatment and recovery planning, you help residents build the skills they need to succeed beyond the residential setting. Whether you’re launching your career in human services or growing your experience, you’ll receive training, mentorship, and support while making a lasting, positive impact every single day.Summary of DutiesProvide direct residential support to adults with intensive mental health needs in a licensed care homeAssist residents with activities of daily living, including meal planning, meal preparation, medication routines, and community integrationSupport residents in achieving vocational, educational, and personal recovery goals through skill-building, encouragement, and positive role modelingAccompany residents to medical, psychiatric, and community appointments as neededMonitor, document, and communicate resident progress, behavioral changes, and concerns in accordance with care plans and agency requirementsMaintain a safe, structured, and supportive residential environment while following regulatory standards and house guidelinesCollaborate with nursing staff, clinicians, and other team members to ensure coordinated, person-centered carCompensation and BenefitsWCMHS provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and a generous retirement contribution match. Our industry-leading paid time off package includes 12.5 flexible holidays per year and 12 days each vacation and paid sick time earned in your first year of employment.The starting pay range for this position is $20.25 - $21.08 per hourSummary of QualificationsB.A. In psychology or Human Services preferredPrevious work with psychiatric population is desirableMust have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and own reliable transportationMust be able to pass criminal background checksThe ability to deliver services and complete treatment notes in EnglishWork ConditionsAll programs will have schedules that include shifts in normal business hours, evening hours and sleep overnight hours.About the AgencyFor more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington, and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment to individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”#DSP