Crisis Stabilization Support Worker (Overnight) at UNITED COUNSELING SERVICE OF BENNINGTON COUNTY INC – Bennington, Vermont

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.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Psychiatric Medical Team, the Crisis Stabilization Support Worker (CSSW) provides a wide variety of direct client support services to persons admitted into the crisis stabilization facility. CSSW will also assist in basic medical care and be medication trained and then delegated to be able to help check-in admitted client’s medications and help administer those meds while the client is in the program.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

DIRECT CLIENT SUPPORT SERVICES: Administration of admissions and discharges once an individual has been accepted into Battelle House. This includes conducting the admission interview and checklist, making sure all forms and releases are signed as well as taking an inventory of personal belongings. While client is admitted the CSSW will provide support and answer questions helping the individual adjust to the house and the program. Assist in helping clients conduct outpatient intakes either in-person or electronically. Along with the Crisis Recovery Specialist, help form and facilitate client groups and morning/evening check-ins.

MEDICAL CARE AND MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION: Provide basic medical care including checking vital signs upon admission/discharge and assisting the UCS nursing and medical staff with other appropriate duties. CSSW will be trained and then medication delegated and assist nursing and medical teams with obtaining and administering medications. This may include helping clients pick up medications.

FACILITY DUTIES: Assist Crisis Recovery Specialist Assistant with cleaning and laundry when needed. Help with creating and preparing nutritious meal options for clients and assisting at mealtimes.

CLIENT IDENTIFICATION AND OUTREACH: Provides outreach services to members of the community in need. Provides protection and advocacy of client rights, whenever possible. Provides persons served and families with referral information and assistance to meet needs not assured by our agency.

AGENCY PARTICIPATION: Works to ensure the highest quality of services throughout the agency by participation in committees, quality assurance activities, and interdepartmental activities.

RECORD KEEPING: Completes clinical and administrative forms in a timely manner for accurate billing, up-to-date clinical records, and appropriate information sharing. Completes all clinical documentation in a professional and timely manner including those required with admissions, discharges, and medication administration.

* In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, or related field. A minimum of one years’ experience working directly with individuals with mental health issues.

Eligible to obtain QMHP certification at any point during employment.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Driver’s License

COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Typing and navigating
• Email usage
• Microsoft Software