Home Intervention Counselor
WASHINGTON COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES INC•Berlin, VT
•$21 - $22•Onsite
About The Position
Home Intervention Counselors provide direct, overnight care to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises in a community-based crisis facility. This role offers an alternative to hospital-based care by creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment where individuals can stabilize and begin to regain a sense of control. Through calm presence, trauma-informed interventions, and collaborative teamwork, Home Intervention Counselors play a key role in helping individuals navigate intense emotional situations and move toward recovery.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 0–2 years of relevant experience, or Two years of college with 2–4 years of relevant experience, or High school diploma with 4–7 years of relevant experience, or An equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience providing direct care to individuals in crisis, preferably in behavioral health, residential, or hospital-like settings.
- Understanding of crisis stabilization principles and trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care.
- Familiarity with mental health diagnoses, substance use disorders, and treatment approaches.
- Ability to apply supportive counseling, motivational interviewing, and de-escalation strategies
- Knowledge of community resources and ability to support linkage to services.
- Valid driver’s license, excellent driving record, and access to a safe, insured vehicle.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct overnight support to individuals experiencing mental health crises in a community-based residential setting.
- Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment through active supervision and crisis prevention strategies.
- Offer emotional support, supportive counseling, and reassurance during periods of distress.
- Assess and monitor emotional, behavioral, and physical status, including safety and risk concerns.
- Use de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed interventions to respond to behavioral escalation.
- Assist with medication administration and monitoring in accordance with agency protocols.
Benefits
- health
- dental
- vision
- generous retirement contribution match
- 12.5 flexible holidays per year
- 12 paid sick days
- 12 vacation days earned in year one of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
