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Washington County Mental Health Services, Inc.

NOTICE OF OPEN POSITION

Adult Access Housing Coordinator

November 2025

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 full-time Adult Access Housing Coordinator to join our Adult Access team. This role supports individuals working toward housing stability by offering advocacy, practical assistance, and relationship-building with community partners. The work includes meeting with individuals in office and community settings, providing hands-on support, and helping maintain our agency-managed housing units. This is a dynamic position that blends direct service, coordination, and property management responsibilities.

Job Duties:

+ Work collaboratively with individuals on their personal housing goals.

+ Lead groups focused on daily living skills and maintaining a home environment.

+ Provide support to individuals navigating homelessness, mental health symptoms, or substance use challenges.

+ Assist with housing applications, recertifications, and related paperwork.

+ Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, housing authorities, and community agencies.

+ Manage two budgets and coordinate financial support when appropriate.

+ Act as Property Manager for three WCMHS apartment buildings, ensuring HUD compliance.

+ Serve as a liaison to landlords and help develop new housing opportunities.

+ Maintain required documentation accurately and on time.

+ Drive agency vehicles and transport multiple passengers as needed.

+ Participate actively in supervision, team meetings, and professional development.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate is collaborative, organized, and comfortable working with individuals who may be experiencing significant life challenges. A strong commitment to compassion, respect, and inclusive service delivery is essential.

Education and experience:

+ High School diploma or equivalent

+ At least 2 years of experience supporting individuals who have faced housing instability or similar challenges.

Knowledge, skills, and competencies:

+ Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

+ Strong documentation and multitasking skills

+ Ability to manage budgets with support

+ Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work respectfully with clients, staff, and community partners

+ Ability to maintain confidentiality

+ Willingness to learn crisis intervention and de-escalation skills

+ Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and navigate challenges with professionalism

+ Ability to lift up to 25 pounds; other duties as assigned.

Work environment:

This role involves work in a variety of settings including offices, community spaces, apartments, agency vehicles, and occasionally outdoor environments. Some work may take place in client homes or with individuals experiencing homelessness. Regular travel within the community is required. This is a non-exempt position.

Compensation and benefits:

This full-time position starts at $26.33 per hour and includes comprehensive benefits, including paid time off; employer-sponsored health, dental, life, and disability insurances, and a 403(b) retirement plan with a generous employer match. WCMHS also offers educational benefits, including tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment.

To apply:

We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers (https://www.wcmhs.org/careers)  page. Applications (resume and cover letter) may also be emailed to [email protected] or mailed via USPS mail to WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. 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 us stronger, we are committed to 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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