Description
Why join UCS?Since 1958, United Counseling Service (UCS) has been dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals and families in our community. Through a wide range of programs, services, and educational opportunities, we strive to meet the diverse needs of those we serve. Our team includes professionals from various fields, including administration, clinical services, nursing, education, case management, psychiatry, and direct support, working across 17 facilities throughout Bennington County.As a proud affiliate of Vermont Care Partners—a statewide network of 16 non-profit community-based agencies—we deliver comprehensive mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental services across Vermont. We are currently seeking compassionate, motivated team players to join us in making a positive impact and building a stronger community.
UCS Offers Generous Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Generous paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career development opportunities
- Free clinical supervision towards licensure
- Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
- Award winning worksite wellness program
- An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
- Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.
Under the direction of the Clinical Manager, the Therapeutic Case Manager provides direct services to children, allowing easy access, timely response, and flexibility to deliver skill building services in the community.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
DIRECT SERVICES: Provides access to community services and activities to children with the intent of teaching, practicing, and mastering skills to decrease difficulty and increase success in the community. Services are to be provided in
groups or individually.
CLINICAL RECORD KEEPING: Initiates and maintains, in a timely and thorough manner, the wide variety of record keeping and administrative documentation required to account for services provided to clients – including, but not limited to, treatment plans, progress notes, CANS, and timesheets. Follows all UCS record-keeping procedures and performs other duties as necessary. The case manager is responsible for the chart management of clients that are receiving therapeutic, not clinical, services through UCS.
ADMINISTRATIVE: Attends all UCS and community meetings necessary to promote coordination and communication.
* In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred.
- Experience in case management, advocacy, outreach, assessment, crisis intervention, and supportive counseling necessary as well as strong ability to communicate clearly.
- Valid Driver’s License
Skills Required
- High School diploma
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
- Experience in case management, advocacy, outreach, assessment, crisis intervention, and supportive counseling
- Strong ability to communicate clearly
- Valid Driver's License
What We Do
United Counseling Service is a private, non-profit community mental health center dedicated to building a stronger community by empowering individuals and families to live healthy and meaningful lives. They offer a range of services including outpatient mental health and counseling, psychiatry, substance abuse treatment, and developmental services.
