Residential Support Specialist
WASHINGTON COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES INC·Berlin, Vermont
WASHINGTON COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES INC·Berlin, Vermont
Provide direct support and skill coaching to individuals in residential mental health services to build stability and independence. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, modeling healthy coping strategies, and assisting clients with daily living tasks and community integration.
Provide 1:4 supervision and support to individuals in a Washington County Mental Health residence. This will may include overnight shifts, weekends, and/or holidays. Participate in agency training with the goal of understanding clinical principles, skills, assumptions and strategies within one year. Crisis intervention as needed. Perform environmental sweeps of the clients’ residence in accordance with house guidelines and written treatment plans to ensure the safety of all clients. Model, coach, and reinforce skills to assist client in maintaining appropriate and effective boundaries, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness as needed. Coach engagement in prosocial activities that may improve the quality of life for clients and assist them in accessing the community and participating in activities such as walks, community meals, shopping, volunteering and recreational activities. Model and coach living skills including cooking, housekeeping, laundry, budgeting, shopping and personal hygiene. Transport clients for medical, psychiatric, court and/or Dept. of Corrections appointments, and employment as needed. QualificationsEducation and Experience: B.A. in psychology or related field is preferred. Previous work with MH and or SUD population is desirable. Valid driver’s license, excellent driving record and safe, insured vehicle required
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and a safe, insured vehicle. A bachelor's degree in psychology or related field and previous experience with mental health or substance use disorder populations are preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Vermont often reflect steady demand in community and residential settings, especially for candidates who can support individuals with intellectual disabilities. These positions can be competitive because employers value direct-service experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and reliable transportation for field-based work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm how your experience matches the role before applying.
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