The pay for this position is $23-$25 per hour.
This position provides therapeutic and person-centered direct support to people with developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health concerns who are experiencing a crisis. Assists with the operation of short-term therapeutic community residence that supports stabilization and crisis prevention. Bachelor’s degree in relevant area preferred; or a High School diploma plus at least one year of experience in human services. Basic understanding of philosophy of normalization, crisis supports, trauma-informed and person centered care. Flexibility including but not limited to ability to work nights, weekends and overnights. Household management skills and house maintenance skills. Personal Care skills including ability to safely transfer person. Willingness to become a Registered Behavioral Technician.
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HCRS is the community mental health and developmental services agency for Windsor and Windham Counties of Vermont. Founded in 1967, our non-profit agency serves over 4,000 individuals annually through its key programs for mental health, substance abuse, and developmental disabilities.
At HCRS, we think a lot about CHOICE. We know employees have a choice to stay or leave, we know candidates have a choice to join HCRS or another organization, and we make choices about who we hire. One of our key responsibilities is to develop programs, plans, and policies that positively impact our ability to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality staff possible. The design of our policies and practices are to create a work place where people can come to work, do a good job, and feel supported. The work of many of our employees is challenging and we believe it's important for HCRS to provide support to employees whenever and wherever we can.
