"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

Click the link below to learn how Howard Center helps change lives:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Wchi-A_Ks0

Acute Residential Counselor Adult - Crisis Stabilization:

Maintain a stable environment for adults with mental health and/or substance use challenges. This position works at Assist, a hospital diversion program that supports adults having a mental health crisis. This is a unique opportunity to gain a broad level of experience in the fields of substance use and mental health.

Responsibilities:

• Provide supportive counseling, medication management, and crisis intervention
• Help residents strengthen coping and symptom management skills
• Maintain the overall functioning and cleanliness of the programs
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals
• Provide short-term case management and referrals to appropriate levels of care
• Facilitate groups
• Administer medication

Requirements:

• One year of experience in the field of substance use or a combination of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired
• Ability to deal effectively with crisis situations
• Ability to multi-task and engage with clients
• Computer literacy
• Excellent written, listening, and communication skills
• Valid driver's License, and use of a personal vehicle

Structure:

• Pay rate is $21.66 an hour, plus shift differentials up to an additional $2/hr

Click the link below to hear from Individuals currently in this role:

https://youtu.be/vrncbxAieZ0

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Retirement through 401(k)
• 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!

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 and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy