Agency Overview:
United Services, Inc. is a leading non-profit provider of behavioral health and social services in northeastern Connecticut. With over 30 programs, 12 locations, and 250 dedicated professionals, we’re committed to improving the lives of children, adults, and families through compassionate mental health care, prevention, and support services. Our offices are located throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commute of New London, Worcester, and Providence.
Location:
Willimantic, CT
Description:
Hiring for All Shifts
All Adjunct Counselors are contacted to provide coverage on a per diem basis. There is no guaranteed schedule, and coverage requests are based on program and client needs.
Seeking Per Diem Adjunct Counselors
Join the dedicated team of professionals in our transitional living house/treatment facility and Clubhouse located in Willimantic, CT.
YAS is a therapeutic program that provides intensive, wrap around services, including clinical, medication management, nursing, case management, vocational, recreational, transitional living and housing services to young adults, ages 18-25, who have a diagnosed mental illness and are in need of community-based support services in the Willimantic area.
If you have knowledge and experience with trauma informed care, mental health, substance use, community support services, and an understanding of the developmental issues of this population, join the dedicated team of professionals at YAS! Interested applicants must enjoy making a difference, believe in a person’s ability to overcome amazing challenges, must be willing to learn and must be flexible, compassionate and a team player.
Adjunct responsibilities may include:
- Medication monitoring
- Client transportation
- Assist clients in addressing basic needs, including medical and psychiatric needs
- Prepare and facilitate educational and skill-building groups and one-to-one interventions as directed by the treatment plan
- Assist in the preparation of meals
- Counseling
- Coordinate care with providers and families as needed
- Documentation
- House cleaning
Schedule:
Openings available for all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift), including weekends and holidays.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required plus two years of experience working in the human services field preferred.
- A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and ability to transport client in own car, when needed.
Supervision and training provided.
Salary Range:
$21.00 per hour
*Benefits are not eligible for part-time positions
Work Location: In person
Important Employment Requirement:
All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.
United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer EEO/M/F/D/V
How to Apply
To apply for any open position, please follow these steps:
- To request an Application For Employment, please call Human Resources at 860-774-2020
- Send the application, along with your resume and a cover letter via email, regular mail or fax to:
jobopenings@usmhs.org [1]
or
United Services, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
1007 North Main St.
Dayville, CT 06241
or
Fax to 860-774-0095
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Additional Employment Information
We only consider applicants who meet the minimum educational and experience qualifications listed for a position. We encourage independently licensed clinicians, those who are fully fluent in Spanish and English, and individuals who have a diverse background to apply.
Because we value diversity and the ability to meet the needs of community residents, United Services pays higher starting salaries to employees who are fully fluent in Spanish and English. United Services also provides supervision for those pursuing an independent licensure.
United Services requires all employees to be vaccinated against influenza annually during flu season.
United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer EEO/M/F/D/V.