Join a skilled team of support for individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in a staffed agency home. The support provided is tailored to unique needs of the individuals, but the main goal is to create a fun and safe home environment, where they can grow and thrive. Come join the team to help them build independent living skills, pursue personal interests and enhance community engagement. They also need support in maintaining emotional wellbeing and learning self-regulation skills. Successful candidates would be patient, excellent at boundary setting, a great team player, and have good judgement. Ability to be flexible and creative in responding to challenging behaviors desirable. Some experience in human services needed for this position, and familiarity with behavior support would be an asset. Ample support and training provided.
31 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday daytime hours. The pay is $26.43/hour. Our comprehensive benefit package include: health/dental/vision, ample paid time off, employee assistance program, life/disability insurance, wellness incentives, discounted membership in local gyms, retirement matching after one-year, and tuition and student loan repayment assistance. To apply, visit www.csac-vt.org EOE
Requirements
high school diploma or GED, clean background and driving record, use of personal vehicle
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
