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Division:Community Developmental Services (CDS)
Position:Employment Counselor
Directly Responsible to:Coordinator
Summary of Employment Counselor:
Provide supported employment and modified case management services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and ASD (autism spectrum disorder). Utilizing the models of person-centered planning and self-determination the Employment Representative performs a broad range of activities designed to assist individuals in accessing, engaging, achieving, and maintaining successful career and competitive employment.
Qualifications:
Preference given to individuals with supported employment experience, and or experience in the business community. BA preferred, but a combination of education and experience will be considered. Candidates must have a clean driving record and access to a safe, insured vehicle. Some work outside of the normal work schedule will be required, evenings and weekends. Access to internet and phone service in the home is essential.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Full Time
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$72k-89k (estimate)
08/21/2022
05/03/2024
wcmhs.org
BERLIN, VT
500 - 1,000
1967
PAUL DUPRE
$50M - $200M
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) is designated by Vermont Statute to provide a wide variety of support and treatment opportunities for children, adolescents, families, and adults living with the challenges of mental illness, emotional and behavioral issues, and developmental disabilities. These services are both office and community-based through outreach. The range of services offered includes prevention and wellness, assessment and stabilization, and 24 hours a day, 7 days a week emergency response. WCMHS is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit Community Mental Health Center. The agency ...was established under this name in 1967 and proudly celebrates 50 years of serving our community. We take a flexible approach to person-centered care for citizens within Washington County and the adjacent towns of Orange, Washington and Williamstown. Guidelines for acceptance and participation in our programs are the same for everyone without regard to race, color, national origin, or religion. Our dedicated staff works to assist each individual to reach his or her goals. Within the last year, approximately 5,000 individuals (8% of the population of Washington County) benefited from the services offered by WCMHS. Five percent of these individuals participated in multiple programs offered across the agencys divisions, receiving direct services. The remaining 3% were served through educational sessions, community forums, extended family and other non-billable services. Mission Statement: Washington County Mental Health Services advocates the inclusion of all persons into our communities and actively encourages Self-Determination and Recovery. We serve all individuals and families coping with the challenges of developmental disabilities and mental health by providing trauma informed services to support them as they achieve their highest potential and best possible quality of life.
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