Community Living Counselor – Young Adult Services Willimantic, CT

Location: Willimantic, CT

Do you want to make a direct impact in the lives of children, families and adults with social and behavioral health needs? If you have the skills, the commitment and the passion, we have the opportunity.

United Services is among Connecticut’s most comprehensive private, non-profit providers of behavioral health, psychosocial, chemical abuse, primary care, care coordination, wellness and prevention services to the community, and employee assistance program services for business and industry. Our primary service area is the 21 towns in northeastern Connecticut. With more than 30 programs, 12 service locations, and a dedicated staff of over 250 professionals, we are proud to continue growing in our mission of “Creating Healthy Communities” by providing top-notch, caring mental health and social services to the children, adults, families and communities of Northeastern Connecticut.

Young Adult Services (YAS)– Transitional Living House (Willimantic)

The Young Adult Services Program provides a diverse array of services, including clinical, case management, vocational, recreational, transitional living, and housing services, for young adults ages 18-25 who have a diagnosed mental illness and need community-based support services in the Willimantic area. This position will provide individual support and group counseling in a unique transitional living setting, ensuring personalized care and a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to clients, focusing on individual needs and goals.
• Collaborate with families and other professionals to support clients with developmental and mental health challenges.
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development to enhance counseling skills and knowledge.

Community Living Counselor (Young Adult Services: YAS) Schedule:

1st Shift:

• Part-time (1st Shift): Friday- Monday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (32 Hours)

2nd shift:

• Full-time (1st Shift): Sunday - Thursday 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm (40 hours per week)
• Part-time (2nd Shift) Friday & Saturday 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm (16 hours per week)

Community Living Counselor Minimum Requirements 1st and 2nd shift: Associate's degree in human services field, plus two years relevant experience required or Bachelor’s degree in relevant human services field.

Community Living Counselor Minimum Requirements 3rd shift: High school diploma/equivalent, plus four years of appropriate experience.

United Services, Inc., requires all employees agree to be vaccinated against influenza annually during flu season.

Community Living Counselor Salary Range: $18.54 - $20.98 per hour depending on experience.

Bilingual Spanish/English Fluency: $19.48- $22.04 per hour depending on experience.

Community Living Counselor Benefits

• 4 weeks of vacation
• 12 holidays
• Paid sick time
• Very generous comprehensive benefit package for health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Training and tuition reimbursement & eligibility for National Health Service Corps loan repayment and scholarships
• Pre-tax medical and dependent care plans
• 403B Thrift Plan with an employer contribution after one year

United Services Inc. -- Join Our Team!

Do you want to make a direct impact in the lives of children, families and adults with social and behavioral health needs? If you have the skills, the commitment and the passion, we have the opportunity.

United Services is among Connecticut’s most comprehensive private, non-profit providers of behavioral health, psychosocial, chemical abuse, primary care, care coordination, wellness and prevention services to the community, and employee assistance program services for business and industry. Our primary service area is the 21 towns in northeastern Connecticut. With more than 30 programs, 12 service locations, and a dedicated staff of over 250 professionals, we are proud to continue growing in our mission of “Creating Healthy Communities” by providing top-notch, caring mental health and social services to the children, adults, families and communities of Northeastern Connecticut.

Our offices are located in small town and rural settings throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner” within easy commuting distance from New London, CT, Worcester, MA and Providence, RI. Our three main office locations are in Mansfield Center, Dayville and Wauregan. Our staff includes psychiatrists, clinicians, social workers, psychologists, prevention specialists, case managers, advocates, and administrative and support personnel.

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Please forward your resume to United Services, Inc., 1007 North Main Street, Dayville, CT 06241

United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer EEO/M/F/D/V

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