Help make a real difference in the lives of children and youth by leading residential treatment services that provide safety, structure, and support. This role focuses on helping young people build skills, work through challenges, and move toward successful next steps. You’ll work closely with staff, families, schools, and community partners to support progress and create positive outcomes. You will also play an important role in guiding staff and maintaining a strong day-to-day program environment.
Job Duties
- Oversee daily program operations and staffing schedules to ensure 24/7 coverage
- Supervise, train, and support direct care staff
- Coordinate treatment plans, case management, and client transitions
- Connect clients and families with needed community resources and services
- Collaborate with schools, families, foster homes, and outside providers
- Provide individual and group treatment services as assigned
- Monitor client progress, behavioral data, medications, and appointments
- Maintain documentation, reports, and program compliance
- Support crisis response, safety planning, and staff training
Knowledge, Skills, and Competenceis:
- Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field
- 5+ years of residential or therapeutic experience working with youth
- Experience supervising staff or leading teams
- Valid driver’s license with excellent driving record
- Access to a reliable, insured vehicle
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in related field
- BCBA, LCMHC, LSW, Licensed Psychologist, or similar credential
- Experience working with youth with serious emotional disturbances
Washington County Mental Health Services benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with a generous match, paid time off, life insurance, and more.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in human services or related field
- 5+ years of residential or therapeutic experience working with youth
- Experience supervising staff or leading teams
- Valid driver's license with excellent driving record
- Access to a reliable, insured vehicle
- Master's degree in related field
- BCBA, LCMHC, LSW, Licensed Psychologist, or similar credential
- Experience working with youth with serious emotional disturbances
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What We Do
Washington County Mental Health Services is a non-profit, comprehensive Community Mental Health Agency serving the Washington County region of Vermont. Its mission is to advocate for the inclusion of all persons into the community and actively encourage self-determination, resilience, and recovery by serving individuals and families coping with mental health and developmental disability-related challenges through specialized treatment, support, and advocacy services.
