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Northeast Kingdom Human Services; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education reimbursement

Health insurance

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Wellness program

Low-cost benefits

Job summary

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is seeking staff for the Children’s Mental Health Program in St. Johnsbury, VT.

The role focuses on providing one-to-one support to children with emotional challenges under a case manager and with family involvement, creating a nurturing, structured setting for growth. Responsibilities include responding to behavioral issues with positive strategies, maintaining reliable scheduling, transporting with a safe vehicle, and documenting activities per NKHS guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience one-on-one with children with emotional/behavioral challenges preferred.
• Ability to work independently while following established plans and guidance.
• Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and automobile liability insurance ($100,000/$300,000).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to children, under guidance of a case manager and with families.
• Create a safe, structured environment that supports emotional growth and social skills.
• Respond to behavioral and emotional challenges with positive approaches.
• Maintain consistent scheduling whenever possible.
• Provide transportation using a safe, insured personal vehicle.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and other providers.
• Complete required documentation per state, federal, and NKHS guidelines.

Skills

One-on-one support

Communication

Patience

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: St Johnsbury, VT 05819

Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Children’s Mental Health Program

As Assigned | Orleans, Essex & Caledonia Counties

What You’ll Do

• Provide one-to-one support to children experiencing serious emotional challenges, under the guidance of a case manager and in partnership with families
• Create a safe, structured, and engaging environment that supports emotional growth and social skill development
• Respond to behavioral and emotional challenges using positive, non-punitive approaches that encourage learning and resilience
• Maintain consistency and reliability in scheduling whenever possible
• Provide transportation using a safe, inspected, and appropriately insured personal vehicle
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and other service providers
• Complete required documentation in accordance with state, federal, and NKHS guidelines

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma required
• Experience working one-on-one with children with emotional or behavioral challenges preferred
• Ability to work independently while following established plans and guidance
• Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and automobile liability insurance ($100,000/$300,000)

SALARY & BENEFITS

• $25.00 per hour
• Education reimbursements and loan repayment program.
• Health and dental insurance.
• 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match.
• Generous paid time off
• Outstanding employee wellness program
• Exceptional benefits package including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, life insurance, employee assistance program, and additional optional benefits.

Staff are required, by NKHS policy and state law, to report any suspected abuse or neglect to their supervisor and appropriate authorities.

Why Join NKHS?

At NKHS, we believe in strengthening families, supporting children, and building healthier communities across the Northeast Kingdom. If you’re looking for meaningful, flexible work where your compassion makes a real difference, we encourage you to apply.