School Clinician

Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County and Orange County communities for more than 50 years, providing education, support, and treatment for individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental disabilities. WCMHS aims to deliver high‑quality, community‑based services and uphold a collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate approach.

WCMHS is seeking a compassionate and skilled clinician to provide therapeutic and case management services to youth with severe emotional and behavioral challenges within an integrated mental health treatment facility, at home, and in the community. The role includes delivering individual, family, and group psychotherapy, facilitating skill‑building sessions, and coordinating services through individualized treatment plans. The clinician will manage a caseload of up to 10 youth enrolled in the day treatment program, participate in monthly team meetings, and collaborate with schools, families, and external agencies to ensure comprehensive support.

Additional responsibilities include attending treatment planning meetings, providing consultation and training to school and Academy staff, completing clinical documentation promptly, and utilizing de‑escalation and physical intervention techniques as trained.

• Master’s degree in a human services field (required).
• Clinical or licensure track as a psychologist, social worker, or clinical mental health counselor (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with excellent driving record and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and communicate with colleagues and external partners.
• Completion of specialized physical and verbal de‑escalation training.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Experience with crisis de‑escalation and passive restraint techniques.
• Provision of Handle With Care training as required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with timely documentation.
• Commitment to the WCMHS mission and respect for individuals accessing services.

This full‑time, exempt position offers an hourly wage of $28.97 and a comprehensive benefits package including tuition reimbursement/student loan assistance, generous paid time off, employer‑sponsored health, dental, life, and disability insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.

Interested applicants should submit a résumé and cover letter (preferred) through the WCMHS Careers page on our website or email them to recruitment
. Mail applications to: WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or accommodations, please contact us at recruitment or .

Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes our organization stronger, we are committed to inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.