Sobriety Support Worker

This hourly position provides support, basic needs, and information about resources to individuals who are in an intoxicated state but safe to stay within a voluntary shelter bed program for up to 24 hours. There are clear safety protocols in place and staff manage the environment in accordance with those protocols. This position will involve awake overnight coverage.

• Provide 1:1 monitoring and support to program participants of a Sobriety Support shelter bed program.
• Support participants with basic needs.
• Complete documentation during a 24-hour admission period, to include admission to program, during stay, and follow-up action upon discharge.
• Offer information on connections to recovery community, including Turning Point Recovery Center.
• Offer information and referral for clinical assessment and follow-up with Central Vermont Substance Abuse Services case manager, if needed.
• Participate in required training program, including Basic Recovery Supports, universal precautions; program protocols; signs of need for emergency assistance, and other identified trainings as arranged by the Program Coordinator.

This position is preferably filled by a person in recovery, familiar with peer support, who demonstrates good judgment, with encouraging, non-judgmental attitude. A flexible schedule is an asset. A willingness to use own vehicle will be required, as well as the necessity to own a valid driver’s license, and have access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle. Must live in proximity to work site (30 minute drive or less).

For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care.

Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”

Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes us 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.

What type of position do you prefer? Full-time Part-time Per-diem

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Are you currently or have you provided contracted services for WCMHS? Home Provider Respite Other

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