Fiscal and Program Coordinator

Washington County Mental Health Services • Barre, VT

11d • $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Fiscal and Program Coordinator plays a central role in sustaining essential services that support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. In this position, you will manage financial systems, day-to-day operations, and key relationships that help deliver high-quality, person-focused support. You will help teams navigate funding, maintain accurate budgets, and make sure resources meet the changing needs of programs. By improving processes, supporting program leaders, and keeping staff, providers, and state partners informed, you will help maintain the stability that people rely on every day. This role gives you the chance to make a real difference by supporting mission-driven work with focus, honesty, and accountability.

Requirements

• Administrative and accounting experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A combination of education and relevant work experience likely to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job responsibilities with a high level of competence.
• Demonstrated commitment to the WCMHS mission and supporting collaborative, inclusive mental health, developmental disability, and substance use services.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences including staff, regulatory agencies, guardians, and families.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Self-motivated and able to plan, execute, and complete projects independently.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing demands with a positive, solutions-focused approach.
• Thorough understanding of confidential information management and strict adherence to confidentiality standards.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with strong relationship-building skills.
• Maintains calm, professional, and respectful communication in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Manage Medicaid Waiver and other program revenues, maintaining accurate budgets and providing timely updates for billing and funding.
• Coordinate monthly budget and waiver adjustments with Service Coordinators and Care Managers to meet program and consumer needs.
• Approve, issue, and manage budget changes, suspensions, transfers, and terminations in compliance with regulations.
• Track personnel assignments and funding to ensure accurate data for budgeting and fiscal planning.
• Support the CFO with budget development, monitoring program financial performance, and preparing reports.
• Oversee program purchasing, including supplies and equipment, ensuring expenditures stay within budget.
• Process accounts payable accurately and monitor daily program expenses.
• Manage contracts, including vendor, school, and Shared Living agreements, ensuring compliance and timely payments.
• Coordinate agency vehicle operations, including purchasing, insurance, maintenance, and expense tracking.
• Build strong working relationships with staff, providers, state partners, and families to support smooth administrative and fiscal operations.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO): 12 vacation days and 12 sick days per year, with additional accruals for longstanding employees.
• Health Insurance: Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer-sponsored coverage.
• Retirement: 403(b) plan with generous employer match.
• Educational Support: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance.
• Flexible Schedule: 40 hours per week with scheduling flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees