"We value the many contributions of our staff, and we recognize that every person, every job, contributes to the well-being of the children, adults, and families we serve. I hope you will consider joining one of our many teams to make a difference in the lives of so many of our neighbors and community members."

-Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

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Clinician-Outpatient (Pediatrics)

Exciting Opportunity to join the Outpatient team!

The focus of this newly developed position is to provide short term, solution focused therapy to clients in pediatric practice offices as well as provide therapy one day a week in an elementary school. The right candidate is trauma informed, flexible, able to move between a short-term solution focused therapy model and longer-term therapy model, a competent clinical writer, able to navigate technology, and work between systems while exhibiting professionalism in a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Therapy in pediatric practice and school settings
• Conduct assessments
• Treatment Planning
• Care Coordination
• Clinical Documentation

Requirements:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or mental health field
• On the Roster of Non-licensed and Non-Certified Psychotherapists (License eligible)
• Two years' experience providing counseling
• Driver's license and use of a personal vehicle

Structure:

• Full Time (37.5 hours)
• Exempt
• Union
• Annual salary starting at $54,342.17 (Non-Licensed) $56,728.01 (Licensed)
• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

Licensing Requirement Notice

Vermont regulation mandates that if you do not hold a valid license required for this position then you must be on the Roster of Nonlicensed & Noncertified Psychotherapists before you can be hired for work in this position. If you are not yet on the Roster, please begin the process immediately to avoid delay in hiring. Note this process may take 3-5 days for in-state applications and up to several weeks for out-of-state applications. Instructions can be found on the website for the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation

Benefits:

• Accrue 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
• Comprehensive BCBS Medical with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
• Two Dental options through Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
• Childcare Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
• Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy, for both internal and external applicants.

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LBGTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.