Community Services Case Manager
Washington County Mental Health Services
Summary
Washington County Mental Health Services is seeking a Community Services Case Manager to provide community-based support to adults receiving mental health services. In this role, you will work directly with individuals to identify their goals, connect them with important resources, and build the skills and support networks that help them thrive.
Job description
Summary of Duties
- Provide individualized community-based support, including outreach visits, assistance accessing benefits and resources, independent living skills development, and client transportation when clinically appropriate.
- Help individuals access medical, social, educational, vocational, housing, financial, and other community services that support their needs and personal goals.
- Collaborate with clients to develop and work toward treatment goals, build meaningful community connections, and establish natural support networks that promote independence and quality of life.
- Coordinate and communicate regularly with clients, case managers, clinicians, hospitals, community partners, and other providers involved in each individual's support and treatment.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and participate in treatment team meetings, staff meetings, required trainings, supervision, agency committees, and other assigned responsibilities.
Work Conditions
This is a primarily community-based, full-time position based in Berlin, Vermont, with a Monday-Friday schedule. The role involves working with individuals in a variety of settings, including their homes and other community locations. Responsibilities may include outreach visits, travel between service locations, and transportation of clients using the employee's personal vehicle when clinically indicated.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, or a related field required
- At least one year of experience providing services to adults and children
- Ability to recognize and respond sensitively to the unique needs of individuals with a history of trauma
- Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver's license
- Excellent driving record
- Access to a safe, reliable personal vehicle with required insurance coverage
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Contribution Matching
- Paid Time Off
- 12.5 Flexible Holidays
- 12 Sick Days
- 12 Vacation Days
Company overview
Washington County Mental Health Services is a comprehensive community mental health organization serving the mental health needs of residents in Washington County, Vermont. As a vital healthcare provider in the region, the organization offers a wide range of mental health services including outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, psychiatric services, substance abuse treatment, and community-based support programs. The agency focuses on providing accessible, high-quality mental health care to individuals and families across the lifespan, with particular attention to serving vulnerable populations and those with limited access to mental health resources. Washington County Mental Health Services operates as a key component of Vermont's community mental health system, collaborating with other healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to deliver integrated care. The organization emphasizes evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented approaches to support individuals in achieving mental wellness and improved quality of life. Through its dedicated team of mental health professionals, the agency works to reduce stigma, promote mental health awareness, and ensure that comprehensive mental health services are available to all community members regardless of their ability to pay.