Counselor, Mental Health, Government

Overview

Hire Ability Vermont is seeking a Work Incentive Counselor to serve job seekers with disabilities in the Brattleboro/Springfield/White River Junction region. Work Incentive Counselors provide accurate, timely benefits information so that consumers can make informed choices about employment and benefits. The nature of the job involves a diverse range of knowledge about state and federal funded benefits, program rules and disabilities issues.

Work Incentive Counselors are proficient with utilizing data bases and providing complex analysis to consumers. A high degree of independent thinking and flexibility is needed to contribute to the well‑being of consumers, and to provide accurate information to all that inquire. Must be a self‑starter, demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, and have excellent computer and technical skills.

This position is subject to the State of Vermont return to the office mandate, and the successful candidate is expected to be in the office at least three days per week.

This position,
Work Incentive Counselor (Job Requisition #54394), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Alicia.

L.White.

Resumes will not be accepted via e‑mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting. Considerable travel to outlying offices may be required for which private means of transportation must be available. Strong interpersonal skills are required in dealing with consumers and their advocates. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required.

Bachelor's degree or higher AND one (1) year or more of experience at a professional level working directly with persons with disabilities OR one (1) year or more of experience at a professional level in the administration or implementation of a public benefits program.

OR

Three (3) years or more of experience at a professional level working directly with persons with disabilities OR three (3) years or more of experience at a professional level in the administration or implementation of a public benefits program.

Bachelor's degree in a counseling‑related field.

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re‑employment (RIF) rights.

Work Incentive Counselors must become Social Security Administration, Certified Work Incentive Counselors (CWIC) within 18 months of hire.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive‑based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.

The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.