Acute Residential Counselor Floater – Developmental Services: Crisis Stabilization

Howard Center•Burlington, VT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Acute Residential Counselor Floater supports adults with developmental disabilities or autism who are experiencing a mental health crisis. The role helps maintain a stable environment and offers broad experience in developmental services and mental health. Residential homes are located in Burlington, Colchester, and Essex, with travel within Chittenden County. Schedules vary and include evening and weekend hours. This is a full-time, non-exempt, AFSCME union position; union dues apply. Starting pay is $22.75 per hour, with a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Three to four years of experience in human services, or a combination of education and experience that provides comparable knowledge and skills.
High school degree or equivalent.
Ability to perform routine lifting.
Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle.
Ability to work either Saturday or Sunday.
Experience with de-escalation techniques.
Commitment to a trauma-informed approach.
Person-centered approach.

Responsibilities

Initiate constructive activities that address goals in a client's Individual Support Agreement (treatment plan).
Implement support and crisis plans, using Therapeutic Options training, in collaboration with the broader treatment team.
Facilitate community inclusion, daily living, and skill acquisition.
Use sound judgment and maintain a calm demeanor during crises.
Provide needed behavioral and/or mental health support.
Provide needed personal and/or medical care.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, starting at 36 combined days per year for full-time employees and increasing with years of service.
Comprehensive health insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families; the plan features no deductible.
Two dental plan options.
Vision insurance.
Employer 401(k) contributions.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term insurance.
Medical and childcare flexible spending accounts.
Childcare stipend.
Employee assistance program.
Employee referral program with financial payment, subject to agency policy.
Discounted online undergraduate and graduate courses through Champlain College truED.
Workplace wellness program, including physical fitness groups, financial wellness incentives, and workplace wellness advocacy and education.
Voluntary benefits and discounts from local and international businesses, including discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, and auto/home insurance.