We have an opening for a full-time Support Assistant for our Bradford Child and Family Program. The Support Assistant will provide support and mentoring to help children and transitional aged youth through symptoms they are experiencing and offer encouragement and hope as part of the client's treatment team. The Child and Family Support Specialist will emphasize skill development in personal safety, boundary setting, and self-advocacy, as well as cultivating self-worth, personal growth, and personal fulfillment. Support Assistants also aide in the development of social supports and help build connections to community. The Child and Family Support Specialist may work in the office, community or at client's residences, and may provide support face to face, telehealth, or by telephone.
Personal life experience with recovery from mental health or substance use is required for this position. Experience working with young adults and youth with mental illness or addictions and knowledge of recovery process is preferable. An educational level of a High School Diploma, a valid driver’s license and reliable daily transportation is required.
Flexibility, dependability, strong written and verbal communication, computer skills, and the ability to be a team player are essential. Must be able to work independently, use sound judgment and have good boundaries. Evening, overnight or weekend work is required as needed. Competitive wages offered.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Shift:
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
Application Question(s):
- Thank you for reaching out and expressing interest in our Support Assistant position. As a member of our peer services programming, this position, requires lived experience with mental health &/or substance use recovery which may have included treatment. Before we proceed with an interview, could you please confirm that you meet this requirement?
Experience:
Ability to Relocate:
- Bradford, VT: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person