Clinician - Chittenden Clinic

Clinician - Chittenden Clinic Provide services through Chittenden Clinic's outpatient treatment program to patients dependent/recovering from dependence on opioids. Services include coordinated individual, group, and family counseling; and comprehensive health home services that address medical and psychosocial needs. In addition to service delivery, clinicians assist in developing and implementing clinic policy and procedure. Advancement opportunities available following successful licensure. The Chittenden Clinic is one of the largest medication treatment programs for opioid use disorder in the country, serving approximately 1000 patients. Our program and its staff have been recognized regionally and nationally for outstanding performance, high-quality healthcare services, and a patient-centered approach. We use evidence-based interventions and strive to reduce the adverse consequences of substance use, through a harm reduction approach, to support the health and wellbeing of all patients. Responsibilities: Deliver evidence-based individual and group counseling services to individuals in medication assisted treatment Reliably participate in team and clinical meetings Partner with other team members and community agencies as needed for coordinated support/treatment Prepare high quality clinical documentation Assist in development of clinic policy and procedure Requirements: Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or mental health field On the Roster of Non-licensed and Non-Certified Psychotherapists (License eligible) Must have AAP within six months of hire Prior experience counseling clients with co-occurring disorders, both individually and in a group setting Knowledge of substance use treatment Demonstrated ability to defuse challenging situations and work in collaborative environment Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle Licensing Requirement Notice: Vermont regulation mandates that if you do not hold a valid license then you must be on the Roster of Nonlicensed & Noncertified Psychotherapists before you can be hired for work in this position. If you are not yet on the Roster, please begin the process immediately to avoid delay in hiring. Note this process may take 3-5 days for in-state applications and up to several weeks for out-of-state applications. Instructions can be found on the website for the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation. Structure: Full time (M-F, 6am-2pm) Union Exempt Annual starting salary at $54,342.57 (non-licensed) or $56,728.01 (licensed) We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience Benefits: Accrue 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more Comprehensive BCBS Medical with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible. Two Dental options through Delta Dental Vision Insurance Employer 401(k) contributions Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account Childcare Stipend Employee Assistance Program Employee referral program with financial payment Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more! Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy. Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence. Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.