Ccbhc registered nurse

Job Details

Job Location: Administrative Office - Barre, VT 05641

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $39.09 - $40.67 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Registered Nurse

Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Staff Nurse RN

Finding a nurse for a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) requires a unique blend of clinical expertise and understanding of the mental health system. These roles are not just about vitals; they are about integrated care—treating the "whole person" by bridging the gap between physical and mental health. The CCBHC Nurse is a vital member of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing integrated, community-based care. You will work alongside therapists, psychiatrists, and case managers to provide health screenings, medication management, and chronic disease education to individuals with serious mental illness (SMI), substance use disorders (SUD), and co-occurring physical health conditions.

Summary of Job Duties

• Integrated Health Screening
• Medication Administration
• Crisis Intervention
• Care Coordinator
• Health and Literacy Coaching
• Compliance and Documentation

Compensation and Benefits

WCMHS provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and a generous paid time off package including flexible holidays and 12 vacation days in year one. The starting pay range for this position is $39.09-$40.67 per hour.

Qualifications

Summary of Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current and active Vermont RN license
• At least 1 – 2 years of experience in behavioral health and, or community health settings is preferred
• The ability to deliver services and complete treatment notes in English

Workplace Conditions

The position will coordinate care for children and adults, from a variety of backgrounds, in face paced and, at times, unpredictable environment. Working in a CCBHC allows you to practice at the top of your license. Unlike traditional hospital settings, you have the time to build long-term relationships with patients and witness their recovery journey firsthand. We offer competitive benefits and the opportunity to be at the forefront of the national movement to reform mental healthcare.

About the Agency

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 to 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.”