Current Job Openings
Administrative Services
Environmental Services Technician , HC1-1, Non-Bargaining Unit
The purpose of this full-time, 40 hour per week position is to provide both routine and complex cleaning at agency owned or leased buildings. This job is accountable for maintaining a clean and healthy environment at a variety of buildings that provide services, house offices, and are living space for clients. Must be familiar with a broad spectrum of cleaning methods and chemicals and must be able to work with staff to coordinate scheduling around employee and client needs. One-year minimum experience in commercial cleaning required. Valid Vermont drivers license and own transportation required.
Health Information Specialist, HC1-3, Non-Bargaining Unit
Are you looking for a challenging career in a rapidly changing field? We are looking for flexible, dynamic, and energetic individuals to work as part of our Health Information team. The ideal candidates will have demonstrated excellence with details and the ability to see how those details fit into the bigger process of healthcare and billing. Strong computer and analytical skills are essential for this position. Duties include audit reviews, processing releases of information, filing, compiling data and backing up other health information staff. High School Diploma and at least 2 years of experience in medical records or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge has been acquired.
Child, Youth & Family Services
Administrative Assistant II, HC1-3, Non-Bargaining Unit
Seeking an energetic individual who excels at multi-tasking. Position will report to and support the Administrative Services Manager. Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to, daily operations support, word processing, and meeting minutes-taking. Position will be the key support person responsible for coordinating an internal Continuing Education calendar, where tasks will include working with trainers to post internal training sessions, coordinating registrations, setting up/taking down training rooms, and coordinating food/drinks for the meetings. This position is also responsible for part-time receptionist coverage, including afternoon coverage to 6:00 p.m. on Monday - Thursday, and until 5:00 p.m on Friday. Successful candidate will have excellent organizational, communication (including writing competence), and priority managemt skillls. Previous exposure to MS Word and Excel is preferred. High School Diploma and 3 years experience required. Full time with benefits .
SUB - Children's Crisis Clinician
Work with the Children's First Call Crisis Team to provide crisis intervention services to Children and Families in Chittenden County. Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and experience working with children and families.
Children's Crisis Clinician , HC2-4, Bargaining Unit
Immediate Opening for Children's Crisis Clinician with First Call the 24/7 crisis team providing outreach and phone support to children and families in Chittenden County (Full time and 30 hour positions each with one night of on-call per week). Join our supportive team to gain diverse clinical experience, and learn the Vermont system of care. We are looking for clinicians who are able to work in a fast paced setting, as part of a team, with at least one year of experience with Mental Health work. A Master's degree in a human service field and a valid drivers' license are required.
FLEX - Children's Outpatient Clinician
Seeking Master's level clinicians with current VT Mental Health licensure preferred to provide school-based therapy services to youth and families. Seeking qualified candidates who have experience working with multi-age children, parents, and family systems. Experience with groups and knowledge about substance abuse problems a plus. Some case management necessary and ability to successfully collaborate with multiple providers a must. Looking for a therapist who is skilled and timely with clinical documentation. This is a fee for service position and up to 3 days worth of work (19 hrs.) available. School-based therapist positions will be available in August in several Chittenden County schools. Please respond by July 18.
Counseling Teacher, HC2-2, Bargaining Unit
Our CP Stepping Stones program is seeking talented staff to provide individualized instruction and supportive counseling to students challenged by emotional, behavioral, mental health and special learning needs. Candidates will have enthusiasm and talent in developing creative programming and in engaging students in community-based learning. A bachelor's degree in education, mental health, or related field is required. A valid driver's license is also necessary.
Director - Baird School, HC2-7, Non-Bargaining Unit
HowardCenter is seeking a seasoned, dynamic leader to provide vision, overall administration and service management to the Baird School program. The Baird School is a licensed independent school serving 52 students with emotional and behavioral challenges, grades 1-8, in an intensive therapeutic educational environment. The Baird School has an excellent reputation throughout the state as an established model therapeutic school setting serving both residential and day students. Director responsibilities include development and evaluation of educational and therapeutic services within the school; creation of a therapeutic environment that meets the social, emotional, behavioral and academic needs of students; oversight of 27 staff; management of referrals; extensive PR within the LEA and Special Education community; collaboration with other programs within the HowardCenter; management of a 2.4 million dollar budget; and compliance with all DOE, Medicaid and agency regulations and policies. Qualifications include a Master's Degree in Special Education or related field and VT licensure as a Special Educator or related field, experience in program and budget management, as well as extensive experience working with students in a therapeutic educational setting.
Foster Care - Family and Community Based Services
We are currently working extra hard to identify foster homes for children in our community:
- A couple or individual to share their home with an eight year old male. Preferable a home with no young children. He is insightful and active. He is fascinated with anything with four wheels. He will thrive in a consistent and predictable environment.
- Seeking individuals/couples or professional roommates to share their home/space, interests and knowledge of life with adolescent males who have been involved with the state's juvenile justice rehabilitation program. These young men have received intensive treatment and are now ready to re-integrate into the community. Shared living providers would be responsible for supervision and support of the young person while implementing therapeutic behavioral plans. The perfect candidate for this type of work would be someone who believes in recovery and helping youth aspire to be their best. Shared living providers would receive extensive support and training and a generous stipend.
Foster Care - Weekend Foster Care
We are also seeking individuals who are available to care for children in their homes on the weekends. Weekend Foster Care providers offer a supportive home environment, are positive role models and offer a nice break for the child and his/her family. Foster parents are part of a dynamic team with plenty of supervision and support. Weekend availability is flexible. If interested, call Aimee Upchurch at 802-488-6645.
JOBS Program/Family Clinician, HC2-4, Bargaining Unit
Seeking a full time master's level clinician for Family and Community Based Services Program serving both children with emotional/behavioral challenges and their families and transitional-aged youth seeking employment and independent living skills . Must be a strong advocate, comfortable with care coordination, working in the community, therapeutic interventions, family work, parenting education, vocational support and working with adolescents. Requires strong communication and organizational skills. Knowledge of resources a plus. Driver's license and transportation required.
Professional Parent/Foster Care - Family and Community Based Services
HowardCenter is looking for two people interested in changing their lifestyle and location to include caring for two children. The position includes residence in a house provided by HowardCenter and a generous stipend. Being a professional parent means providing a supportive home environment, helping the youth develop a variety of skills, and being a positive role model. You will be part of a dynamic team with plenty of supervision and support. Ideally at least one of you will be looking to view this as your primary work and other obligations outside this work will be minimal. Our foster parents complete an extensive approval process. Please call 488-6645 for an application.
Residential Clinician , HC2-4, Bargaining Unit
Position is responsible for provision of all clinical services and case management for children and families assigned, whether in long-term, short-term or emergency care. This includes assessment, development of treatment plans, timely documentation of service provided, clinical formulations and recommendations, provision of individual, group and family therapy, as well as all aspects of care coordination and discharge planning with referral sources. Position participates in ho use staff meetings and leadership meetings, facilitates treatment team meetings; provides clinical guidance for the 24 hour care staff; works closely with the team psychiatrist and nurse practitioner, and serves on the after hours, clinical on-call rotation for the program. This position works collaboratively with all team members providing clinical guidance and direction for milieu treatment. Seeking a individual with strong clinical background, a passion for milieu treatment, and the ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team with 5-10 years of residential work prefered.
Residential Counselor - Awake Overnight , HC2-1, Bargaining Unit
Join our residential program working with 6-14 year old children who are experiencing significant behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges. Duties include using a therapeutic relationship to model appropriate life skills, conflict resolution strategies, healthy emotion regulation and assist in the daily living of the children in care. Forty hour over-night position, varied hours may include weekends. Milieu experience preferred.
SUB - Residential Counselor - Child, Youth & Family Services
Children's Residential Program seeking enthusiastic individuals to work as substitute awake overnight counselor. Applicants must have some experience working with children, preferably youth with behavioral challenges. Regular hours can be guaranteed if interested.
Residential Team Lead, HC2-3, Non-Bargaining Unit
40 Hour per week Residential Team Leader position open in Rutland based residential program for the treatment of adolescent males dealing with sex offending issues. Model and carry out the direct service responsibilities of Residential Counselor including safety, supervision, health care, personal needs and housekeeping tasks. Insure consistency of the behavioral management structure, teaching of social skills and implementation of individualized treatment plans. Provide supervision to his/her designated team, assist in hiring of new employees, plan adequate staff coverage (24 hr/day, 7 days/week) and share in the responsibility for on-call through a beeper and on a weekend rotation. Insure compliance of Residential Counselors with Program and Agency personnel policies and procedures. Plan and carry out structured group experiences. Prepare all required reports per program & agency requirements. Provide transportation of residents for community outings. Bachelors degree in related field with two years experience in direct child care work, valid VT drivers license, inspected vehicle and insurance that complies with Agency requirements is necessary.
Cont/Temp - Respite Provider - Children's Crisis Services
First Call for Children and Families is looking to hire one individual to fill a part time position (position is 11 hours per week with some evening and weekend hours). Work as part of the First Call Team providing therapeutic activities, and social and behavioral intervention to children. Positions include community out-reach as well as phone support to people in crisis. Training, participation in staff meetings and on-going supervision provided. Wonderful opportunity to gain clinical experience working with children and families. Transportation required. Bachelor's degree in human service required.
SUB - School Services Clinician
Seeking experienced school social workers for the following interim position in partnership with Chittenden County School Districts.
- Wheeler Elementary School (full-time - interim to begin mid October and continue through March 4th.
Candidates should possess strong case management, clinical, behavioral intervention and group facilitation skills and be strong team players. Preferred applicants should have an MSW (Masters degree required); experience with schools, family outreach, parent education, consultation and collaborative expertise.
School Social Worker, HC2-4, Bargaining Unit
Seeking experienced school social worker for the following position for the 2008-2009 school year in partnership with Chittenden County schools.
- NEW - Milton Elementary (full-time)
- Colchester Middle School (full-time)
- CP Smith and Edmunds Elementary School (combined full-time, grades K - 5)
Candidates should possess strong case management, clinical and group facilitation skills and be strong team players. Preferred applicants should have an MSW (Masters degree required); experience with schools, family outreach, parent education, consultation and collaborative expertise.Excellent benefits!
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Clinician - Centerpoint, HC2-4, Bargaining Unit
Seeking Clinician to work in our outpatient and community sites to provide individual, group and family counseling. Will provide care coordination services for teens struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health issues. The ideal candidate has a MSW/MA, substance abuse credentials and experience, and is highly skilled working with adolescents, families and community service providers.
NEW - Teacher - PFCC, HC7-0, Non-Bargaining Unit
Pine Forest Children's Community, a progressive, NAEYC accredited child care center seeks a professional level teacher with deep dedication to children and their families and to a commitment to ongoing career path in early childhood education. Must have knowledge of child development and ability to work with challenging behaviors. Degree in ECE/licensure preferred for teachers. Full and excellent benefits package. Please send resume, cover letter and three references to apply.
Teaching Interventionist - INCLUSION, HC2-3, Bargaining Unit
We are looking to hire a motivated Teaching Interventionist to provide one to one programming within the Burlington School District for a high school age male student with learning disabilities and social-emotional and behavioral challenges. Job responsibilities include individualized/small group academic instruction and planning; implementation of accommodations/modifications during integrated class instruction; individualized social skills and life skills instruction; vocational support; and community integration. Position requires individuals to be capable of providing behavioral and therapeutic interventions, to include crisis intervention. Position is full-time + full benefits, year-round starting this summer (flexibility with regard to specific date). Teacher Certification required.
Volunteers - Community Mentoring Friends Program
Looking for volunteers with the power to enrich a child's life. If you enjoy working with children, are willing to volunteer about 3 hours a week and can commit to being involved for at least a year, you can provide the difference for a child with stresses in their life. First attend our training, and then be matched with a young person from your area in need of extra attention and friendship. Supporting a child is as simple as playing ball, reading together, doing a project or attending a local event. To learn more call 488-6650.
CONT/TEMP - Volunteer Management Planner
Seeking an Americorps VISTA to serve on-site at Community Friends Mentoring. Duties to include coordinating and managing monthly special events for Mentor Matches, coordinating and managing Baird School Mentoring Program and to service as the Holiday Giving Program Assistant for CYFS area. This is a volunteer opportunity which offers a monthly living stipend, health care, child care reimbursement, and an end of the year cash or education award. Call Catherine at 488-6651 or visit www.americorps.gov.
Developmental Services
Program Manager, HC2-5, Non-Bargaining Unit (Family Team)
Exciting professional opportunity to provide leadership within our management team overseeing case management for children with developmental disabilities. Ideal candidate is a self starting independent team player who has experience with supervision, advocacy, and multi-service collaboration. Knowledge of dual diagnosis, MI/MR, behavior issues, and DBT experience desired. Strong writing and communication skills a must. Bachelor's degree in related field required, plus two to three years experience preferred. Full time, benefit's eligible located in downtown Burlington.
Specialized Community Support Worker - FSA, HC2-2, Bargaining Unit
- NEW - Happy and social 22 year old woman needs 25 hours of support in both the Bolton and South Burlington areas. She enjoys swimming, attending social events, and taking drives in her wheelchair accessible van. Ideal match is a peer age woman who enjoys staying active, swimming and has experience providing personal care or is willing to learn. Great opportunity to work as part of a very loving team of natural supports.
- NEW - 16 year old young man with low functioning Autism needs 20 hours of 2:1 support in the Essex Jct. area. Best match for this professionally challenging position is experienced working with individuals who can be aggressive, is physically fit, and willing to be part of a tight team of dedicated staff. Hours are in the afternoon and benefits eligible.
- Delightful 16 year old girl looking for 10 hours of after school hours support. This active young woman loves basketball, singing in her school choir, participating in Special Olympics, and staying active. Best match is a compassionate experienced woman with similar interests.
- Seeking an individual to provide home and community support to a 14 year old thrill seeker who enjoys walks, going to the gym, biking, looking at magazines, and basketball. The ideal candidate would be creative, active, patient, and confident. Team work to promote communication, community access, and build on life experiences. Work as a part of a team with a lot of training and supports. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 1:30-6:30 and Saturday 11 am-4 pm. Richmond area
- Richmond area young man who enjoys being active both indoors and out, needs 1:1 staffing to help him transition from high school. This 22 year old loves animals, bowling, and is looking for a volunteer job. Best matches for this 10hr/wk position is experienced supporting individuals with challenging behavior, enjoy sense of humor, and are patient and creative. Ongoing consistent support and training provided
- Seeking qualified individual to provide home, community, and work support to a 22 year old self-advocate who enjoys video games, the Simpsons and Family Guy. Ideal candidates will be patient, creative individuals with a good sense of humor. Work as part of a team to promote self-advocacy, while providing hands-on, attentive personal care. Will learn augmentative communication techniques and operate an accessible van for trips to the YMCA, the movies, and around town. Just 6 open hours left - Saturday from 10am to 4pm!
- Funny and very social 24 year old man is looking for 20 hours of support in the Williston/Burlington area. Afternoons, Monday thru Fridays. Best match is someone with a sense of humor who is able to provide gentle coaching while maintaining set guidance. This guy enjoys his job, going to the YMCA, and poking around a bookstore.
- Active and creative female sought to provide 20 hours of support to a 20 year old woman in the Georgia area. This recent high school grad enjoys arts & crafts, music, shopping and working out. She is looking for a job in her community. Best match has solid knowledge of the St Albans, Milton, Georgia area.
- 21 year old man with Autism needs 10 hours of 2:1 support in his Winooski area community and home. Best matches are peer age men and woman who can be patient and understanding and who have experience supporting people with aggressive behavior. He enjoys swimming, going bowling and taking rides. His family would like to start staff on Tuesday and Fridays during the early afternoons
- Seeking an energetic individual to provide home and community support to an affectionate 8 year old girl who enjoys hiking, swimming, car rides, and music. The ideal candidate will be patient, creative, and enjoy being active. Be a part of a team to promote community access and consistency in this little girl's life. Will learn augmentative communication techniques and provide transportation to horseback riding, shopping, and trips around town. 2 positions - 12 hours each: 1 position is Thursdays and Fridays 3pm to 7pm, Saturdays 10am to 2pm. 1 position is Sundays 10am to 2pm, Mondays and Tuesdays 3pm to 7pm.
- Happy and engaging and very creative 16 year old young man is looking for 20 hours of support in the Essex Jct. area. This gentleman enjoys Magic Cards, playing video games and attending social events. Best match is male.
Specialized Community Support Worker - ICL, HC2-2, Bargaining Unit
(2 positions)
- NEW - 47 year old man whose passions include fishing, coffee outings, and attending and watching sporting events needs 40 total hours of support in his new apartment - one 20 hour position is evening and weekend hours, the other 20 hour position is morning hours, in the Winooski area. Best match to effectively support this complex gentleman has clinical expertise, successful experience teaching independent residential living skills, and knowledge of DBT training, but we will train the right person. Experience supporting aggressive behaviors required.
Specialized Community Support Worker - Services Coordination, HC2-2, Bargaining Unit
- Gentle, unassuming, and charming 50yo man is looking for 20 hours of support in the Burlington/Fairfax areas. This guy loves good food and watching the world go by. He uses facilitated communication, so the ideal candidate must be willing to learn how to support him with communicating. The schedule is in development
- Happy and charming older gentleman, who needs personal care, is looking for 30 hours of support. This 60 year old man loves being the center of attention, music and attending social events. Best match is someone able to drive his wheelchair accessible van and has experience providing personal care. Benefits eligible, schedule is 9:30 am to 5 pm, weekdays except Thursday's currently in the Barre area.
Training Specialist - FSA, HC2-1, Bargaining Unit
- NEW - Very active and physically fit 20 year old young woman, who is beginning to transition into a more independent lifestyle, needs 15 hours of support in the downtown area. This athlete enjoys biking, horseback riding, running and kayaking. If you enjoy a similar lifestyle and can provide gentle coaching and positive role modeling, this might be a match.
- NEW - Loving young mother needs just 5 afternoon hours of support 3 to 5 days a week. Schedule includes pick -up at her Burlington job site and taking her home in Essex. Great way to increase your hours and includes mileage reimbursement.
Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services
Sub - ASSIST Program, Non-Bargaining Unit
Substitutes needed to augment staffing in a 24-hour crisis residential treatment program. Flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and excellent opportunity to gain experience in the mental health field. Bachelor's degree, vehe/valid driver's license, and related experience required.
CONT/TEMP - Community Support Clinician
Seeking an experienced case manager to work with persons with major mental illnesses. This position works as part of a team to provide a full spectrum of services. Direct experience serving persons with a major mental illness is highly desirable. This position is temporary and number of hours is negotiable. We are looking to fill this as soon as possible BA required, driver's License and reliable vehicle a must.
Community Support Clinician, HC2-3, Bargaining Unit
Two positions available to support persons with psychiatric disabilities in Chittenden County. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing creative problem solving, advocacy, resource development, case management, counseling and crisis support. Direct services to clients, families and the community. BA or Master's degree in human services field and experience with persons with serious and persistent mental disorders preferred
Eldercare Clinician/Nursing Home, HC2-4, Bargaining Unit
Be the ears and eyes for our Gero-psychiatrist partners in this co-hire position with FAHC. Assist in providing mental health services with a dedicated Gero-psychiatry team for our Elders in need of support. This position is responsible for providing on site consultation/liaison, assessment and treatment services to persons with neuropsychiatric disorders residing in nursing homes. Other responsibilities include face-to-face and phone consultation to nursing home staff and services coordination with psychiatrists and staff as needed. Masters level clinician or nurse with experience in Gero-psychiatry strongly preferred. Strong assessment skills and training/experience in a medical setting desirable. Educational opportunities and support with the eldercare team and enhanced clinical supervision with our psychiatry partners.
Laboratory Technician - Chittenden Center, HC2-2, Bargaining Unit
The Chittenden Clinic methadone program is seeking a male lab technician/case manager. Primary responsibilities include observing and collecting samples for drug testing, analyzing and reporting data, ordering supplies and other administrative duties as needed (approximately 80%). Case management responsibilities include acting as a referral source and helping individuals navigate public systems including health care, housing, corrections (approximately 20%). Candidate must be a reliable, team player. Bachelor's degree required. Hours are Monday through Friday 6:30am-2:30pm.
Cont/Temp - Mental Health - Substance Abuse Clinician Burlington
Enthusiastic person needed to cover for a maternity leave in the Pine Street Counseling Services program area. Work as part of a team providing assessment, and evidence-based individual and group therapy to clients with problems related mental health issues, chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders. Experience with substance abuse and mental health counseling, and a Masters degree in counseling or in a related field are required .
Sub - Mobile Crisis Team Clinician
The Mobile Crisis Team is seeking substitute per diem employees for our 24-hour psychiatric crisis program. Available to fill shifts between the hours of 8:00-5:00 pm. This position offers an excellent opportunity to learn and gain experience with clinical supervision provided daily. This could be your road in to a mutually beneficial relationship. We offer a competitive hourly rate.
Program Coordinator - MHSA, HC2-5, Non-Bargaining Unit
Looking for someone who has great leadership skills and significant clinical expertise in both mental health and substance abuse treatment. This person will share program coordination responsibilities with a co-coordinator, including providing supervision, program development, developing protocols, and hiring, evaluating and inspiring staff. In addition, this person will spend half of the time providing clinical services. The right person will be a team player, have a positive disposition, and enjoy working with the population served. Strong verbal skills, both oral and written needed. Must have minimum of three years experience in MH-SA treatment. Seeking an applicant with a LADC.
Sub - Residential Counselors
On-the job training. If you are responsible and compassionate we need you to work in our residential programs with adults who are considered to have mental illness and substance use disorders. Flexible shifts - day, evening, sleep and awake overnights.
Residential Counselor - Lakeview, HC2-2, Non-Bargaining Unit
Looking for a compassionate and self-directed individual who is a team player to work in an innovative community care home with adults who are considered to have major mental illness and some substance abuse problems. Position is part-time (36 hrs), one evening shift and three awake overnight shifts. BA degree is required.
NEW - Residential Counselor - Shelter Plus Care, HC2-2, Bargaining Unit
Thursday evenings, asleep overnight. This limited part time position offers considerable independence working with six adults who are considered to have a mental illness and/or co-occurring substance abuse issues. Focus is on supporting tenancy and cooperative living. BA is required as well as a caring nature and an ability to work on your own.
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Ongoing Employment Opportunities
Respite/Community Support Programs
Potential workers complete a questionnaire and basic background screening process. They provide HowardCenter's Developmental Services with information about their availability, preferred hours, and the types of work that they may like to do. Once the screening process is complete, workers are listed out to families and caregivers that employ the worker to provide support to children and adults with developmental disabilities. For more information, please contact Marisa Hamilton at 802.488.6571.
Substitute Program
Flexible opportunity to work in our residential homes of 1:1 supporting adults and/or children with a developmental disability. There is no guarantee of hours or a set schedule as this is an as-needed basis. We offer paid trainings as well as site orientations before being listed. Must have a valid driver's license and adequate auto insurance. For more information, please call Jolene Lovejoy at 802.488.6540.
Shared Living Program
HowardCenter's Shared Living Program creates an opportunity for an individual with a developmental disability to live with a single person, couple, or family in the community. As a household member, this person enjoys the security, consistency, and responsibility that community living entails. Please contact Marisa Hamilton at 802.488.6571.