Community support specialist

Job Details

Job Location: Summer Street Offices and Wellspace - Barre, VT 05641

Salary Range: $21.03 - $21.89 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Direct Service Community Support Specialist Wellness Coach

Washington County Mental Health Services is seeking a Community Support Specialist to provide direct wellness, skill building and peer support to children in home, community and school settings. This role assists children in recognizing their strengths and empowers them to self-advocate and problem solve. Through personalized, hands-on support, this position helps children develop confidence and skills while cultivating positive relationships with them and their families. The Community Support Specialist helps children strengthen their sense of belonging; encouraging their engagement in school and participation in community activities.

Summary of Duties

• Provide individualized wellness coaching
• Tasks as assigned by case manager
• Teach and practice coping and emotional regulation skills
• Support social skills, communication and problem-solving
• Encourage healthy routines and positive wellness habits
• Participate in treatment/service planning and team meetings
• Document services and youth progress

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 $21.03 - $21.89 per hour.

Qualifications Summary of Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent, college preferred.
• Prior experience in mental health, peer support or human services preferred.
• Strong communication and written documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining appropriate boundaries and professionalism.
• Basic computer skills and comfort completing electronic or written records in English.
• Due to the rural nature of the catchment area, a valid driver’s license, excellent driving record, and access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle is required.

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."