Residential Counselor Supervisor

at State of Vermont in Essex, Vermont, United States

Job Description

The Vermont Department of Mental Health is seeking a dedicated Residential Counselor Supervisor to provide clinical oversight and leadership at our Secure Residential Facility. This role is vital in ensuring high-quality mental health care and direct support for residents living with serious mental illness. This position will supervise all Residential Counselors, including the completion of performance evaluations and addressing HR-related matters. This role will provide training and professional guidance to direct care Residential Counselors through orientation, individual supervision, and will model therapeutic supports. Review, support, and approve clinical documentation completed by Residential Counselors. Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Clinical Services to oversee clinical practices of the facility. Participate as a member of the RVTR Leadership Team and multidisciplinary care team. Deliver therapeutic supports directly to residents (individual, group, and milieu). Promote a culture of open communication, accountability, and collaboration. Provide crisis intervention, safety assessments, and support community integration efforts.

To be successful in this position, the following are necessary: Strong leadership and supervisory skills in clinical settings. Expertise in therapeutic approaches, trauma-informed care, and positive behavioral supports. Deep understanding of mental illnesses, treatment procedures, and interdisciplinary systems. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and person-centered care. Excellent clinical documentation, communication, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to foster strength-based relationships and results-oriented service delivery.

At the Agency of Human Services, we are guided by four key practices:

• Customer Service
• Holistic Service
• Strength-Based Relationships
• Results Orientation

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents while shaping the future of mental health care in Vermont.

Duties are performed in a secure, state-operated residential facility. Direct interaction with residents who may be at risk of harm to self or others. Exposure to communicable disease or injury is possible. Workweek schedule will be Monday-Friday 6am-2:45pm, with some flexibility required. Rare off-site travel; private transportation required.