Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges? Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, Inc. is seeking a Stabilization Support Specialist to be part of our dynamic Stabilization Support Team. Our team provides intensive, individualized services ranging from case management to 1:1 skill coaching and family/parenting support to clients experiencing clinically acute needs. Our mission is to help clients stabilize so they can safely remain in their homes and communities, or transition successfully after a higher level of care.
As a Stabilization Support Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in supporting clients and families through challenging times. You’ll provide flexible, strengths-based, and client-centered services that empower individuals to build resilience, develop coping skills, and thrive within their communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver intensive, individualized support to clients experiencing mental health challenges.
- Provide family and parenting support to strengthen home resilience.
- Facilitate 1:1 skills coaching to promote emotional regulation, daily living success, and community integration.
- Coordinate care and provide case management with internal teams and community partners.
- Support clients in stabilizing within their community or transitioning successfully from higher levels of care.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation.
- Actively participate in team meetings, collaborative problem-solving, and ongoing professional development.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Maintain a positive, professional, and constructive demeanor in all interactions.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to person-centered, strengths-based practices.
- Build and sustain meaningful relationships with clients, families, and community partners.
- Exhibit flexibility, reliability, and excellent communication skills.
- Have experience supporting individuals with mental health needs (preferred but not required).
- Flexibility in hours is needed as there may be some evening or weekend commitments.
At NCSS, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes perks such as medical and dental coverage, an employer-matched retirement plan, and educational support. Additionally, for those who qualify, this position provides an opportunity for $5,000 in student loan forgiveness upon the successful completion of your 6-month introductory period. We invite you to become a valued member of our team at NCSS, a 2025 Best Places to Work in Vermont!
EOE
Hiring rate is based on experience, education, and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with NCSS policy and applicable laws.
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a closely related field.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field
- Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs
- Flexibility in hours (evening or weekend commitments may be required)
- Maintain a positive, professional, and constructive demeanor
- Commitment to person-centered, strengths-based practices
- Ability to build and sustain meaningful relationships with clients, families, and community partners
- Excellent communication skills
- Provide case management and coordinate care with internal teams and community partners
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation
- Participate in team meetings, collaborative problem-solving, and ongoing professional development
- Provide 1:1 skills coaching and family/parenting support
What We Do
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS) is a private, non-profit human services agency serving Franklin and Grand Isle Counties in Vermont. Its mission is to ensure that residents have access to high-quality services that promote healthy living and emotional well-being, providing a comprehensive range of mental health and support services for individuals and families.
