• Child Care Interventionist

    Washington County Mental Health Services (Barre, VT)


    For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington, and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”

     

    Position: WCMHS is seeking a Child Care Interventionist.  Under the direct supervision of the New Leaf Clinician, the New Leaf Child Care Interventionist assumes the responsibility of providing direct, on-site support in the planning and executing of daily programs to meet the developmental needs of the total group of children in care.  Follows and implements standards established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Vermont Department of Licensing, and the New Leaf Family Center.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree in human services, education or psychology preferred. If degree requirements are not complete, working toward BA/BS is required.

     

    + Equivalent of 2 years early childhood experience

    + Experience working with emotionally challenged children preferred.

    + Familiarity with and commitment to New Leaf Family Center philosophy and goals.

    + Willingness to pursue professional development related to program goals.

    + Able to safely lift and carry 50 lbs.

    + Possession of a valid driver’s license, excellent driving record and access to a safe, reliable adequately insured vehicle is required.

     

    Compensation and Benefits: This full-time position offers an hourly rate of $21.07/hr and excellent benefits, including tuition reimbursement/student loan assistance; generous paid time off; employer-sponsored health, dental, life, and disability insurances; and a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match.

     

    To Apply: We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers (https://www.wcmhs.org/careers) page. Applications (resume and cover letter, preferred) may also be emailed to [email protected] or mailed via USPS mail to WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at [email protected] or 802-229-1399.

     

    Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes our organization stronger, we are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

     

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