Direct Care Provider, Adult Mental Health Program
We’re seeking a compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented Direct Care Provider to join our residential team. You’ll play a hands-on role in creating a safe, respectful, and empowering home-like environment for adults living with mental health challenges.
What you will do:
o Support individuals with daily living activities depending on their level of need
o Foster a supportive living environment that promotes emotional, physical, and social well-being
o Assist with planning and implementing treatment and support plans
o Maintain safety standards
o Provide crisis intervention and emotional support when needed
What we are looking for:
o Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
o Experience working with adults with mental health challenges desirable, but not necessary. If you have knowledge of, or desire to learn about the needs and abilities of people struggling with mental health, please consider applying.
o Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a nonjudgmental attitude
o Good communication skills and ability to work with a diverse team
o Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations
Position details:
o Per diem positions with shifts that may include day, overnight and weekend hours, based on your availability.
o Starting at $19/hour, with shift differentials for evening hours (plus $3) and awake overnight (plus $4).
After completing the in-house training of Medication Administration, First Aid and CPR, and Crisis Prevention and Intervention, the pay will increase to $20/hour.
o Valid driver’s license, use of personal vehicle and clear background required.
At CSAC, we are dedicated to providing trauma-informed, and person-centered care. We also believe that the well-being of our staff is just as important. That is why we prioritize a healthy work-life balance. Come join a team that care for you, while you care for others! Apply at:https://www.csac-vt.org/careers/careers.html
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Counseling Service of Addison County (CSAC) is a local community mental health center located in Middlebury, Vermont. Since 1959, CSAC has been an integral part of the Addison County community.
The Counseling Service offers a wide range of professional mental health and developmental services designed to meet the needs of those seeking help. We are able to provide a multi-disciplinary approach that draws on the expertise of our staff, which includes persons trained in developmental services, substance abuse treatment, psychiatry, psychology, mental health counseling, social work, family therapy, and child therapy.
Our goal is to help people live more productive lives in their communities.
The following Mission Statement and Values were adopted by the CSAC Board of Directors at their October 9th, 1997 Board meeting. The Mission Statement and Values are the result of several staff and community meetings, where input was gathered.
Mission Statement
The Counseling Service of Addison County is committed to promoting stable and safe communities by helping people live emotionally healthy and satisfying lives. We strive to provide the best mental health, substance abuse, and developmental services to improve the quality of life for all community members. We work collaboratively with community organizations to help individuals and families achieve maximum wellness.
Values we commit to:
Treat consumers and employees with courtesy, respect, and dignity
Design services based on people's strengths and capabilities
Listen to and involve consumers, staff, and the community
Respond to the evolving needs of the community and individuals
Focus on problem prevention and early intervention
Provide services which use resources wisely
Create vital roles within our organization for consumers and family members
Offer employees opportunities to grow and advance
Value diversity
