What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Adjunct Counselors – Domestic Violence Program (DVP) position at United Services, Inc. - Connecticut?
Job Title:
Per Diem Adjunct Counselors – Domestic Violence Program (DVP)
Location: Location: Danielson and Windham Areas, CT
Hiring for All Shifts
Description: All Adjunct Counselors are contacted to provide coverage on a per diem basis. There is no guaranteed schedule, and coverage requests are based on program and client needs.
Company Overview:
United Services, Inc. is a leading non-profit provider of behavioral health and social services in We are dedicated to improving the lives of children, families, and adults by providing comprehensive mental health and wellness services throughout northeastern Connecticut. Do you want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those with social and behavioral health needs? If you have the skills, commitment, and passion, we have the opportunity.
Job Description
Seeking Per Diem Adjunct Counselors
Join the dedicated team of professionals for our Domestic Violence Program and become a trained, certified Domestic Violence Advocate. DVP offers services to anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse and provides a diverse array of services including 24/7 emergency shelter, court advocacy assistance, referral and information services, individual counseling, support groups, case management, recreation, educational programs for schools and training for professionals throughout Northeastern Connecticut.
Responsibilities include (DVP):
- Shelter and phone coverage
- Assist clients in addressing basic needs, including medical and psychiatric needs
- Individual and group counseling
- Advocacy
- Case management
- Safety planning, crisis intervention and risk assessment
- Coordinate care with providers and families as needed
- Documentation
- House cleaning
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required plus two years of experience working in the human services field preferred.
- A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and ability to transport client in own car, when needed.
Supervision and training provided.
Rate of pay: $21.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Schedule:
Openings available for all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift), including weekends and holidays.
Work Location: In person
Important Employment Requirement:
All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.
Join Our Team and Help Create Healthy Communities!
United Services is one of Connecticut’s most comprehensive private, non-profit providers of behavioral health, social services, and wellness programs. We’re dedicated to improving the lives of children, adults, families, and communities across 21 towns in northeastern Connecticut through compassionate mental health care, prevention, and support services.
With more than 30 programs, 12 service locations, and a team of over 250 caring professionals, we’re proud to continue our mission of Creating Healthy Communities. Our staff includes psychiatrists, clinicians, APRNs, social workers, prevention specialists, case managers, advocates, and a strong team of administrative and support professionals — all working together to make a real difference.
Our offices are located in small-town and rural settings throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commuting distance from New London, CT, Worcester, MA, and Providence, RI. Main offices are in Mansfield Center, Dayville, and Wauregan.
If you’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization, we’d love to hear from you!
Learn more about career opportunities at www.unitedservicesct.org/careers
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Or send your resume to United Services, Inc., 1007 North Main Street, Dayville, CT 06241
United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer EEO/M/F/D/V
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to comply with the annual flu vaccine requirement?
- Can you confirm that you meet the minimum education qualifications for this position?
- What is the maximum commute time you would be comfortable with to and from work?
- Are you interested in full-time, part-time, or per diem positions?
- Would you be open to being considered for all positions of employment?
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21