Per Diem Adjunct Counselor

Per Diem Adjunct Counselors – Domestic Violence Program (DVP)

Location: Danielson and Windham Areas, CT

Agency Overview:

United Services, Inc. is a leading non-profit provider of behavioral health and social services in northeastern Connecticut. With over 30 programs, 12 locations, and 250 dedicated professionals, we’re committed to improving the lives of children, adults, and families through compassionate mental health care, prevention, and support services. Our offices are located throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commute of New London, Worcester, and Providence.

Hiring for All Shifts

All Adjunct Counselors are contacted to provide coverage on a per diem basis. There is no guaranteed schedule, and coverage requests are based on program and client needs.

Seeking Per Diem Adjunct Counselors

Join the dedicated team of professionals for our Domestic Violence Program and become a trained, certified Domestic Violence Advocate. DVP offers services to anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse and provides a diverse array of services including 24/7 emergency shelter, court advocacy assistance, referral and information services, individual counseling, support groups, case management, recreation, educational programs for schools and training for professionals throughout Northeastern Connecticut.

Responsibilities include (DVP):

• Shelter and phone coverage
• Assist clients in addressing basic needs, including medical and psychiatric needs
• Individual and group counseling
• Advocacy
• Case management
• Safety planning, crisis intervention and risk assessment
• Coordinate care with providers and families as needed
• Documentation
• House cleaning

Schedule:
Openings available for all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift), including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required plus two years of experience working in the human services field preferred.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and ability to transport client in own car, when needed.

Supervision and training provided.

Rate of Pay: $21.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Important Employment Requirement:

All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.

Join Our Team and Help Create Healthy Communities!

United Services, Inc. is one of Connecticut’s most comprehensive private, non-profit providers of behavioral health, social services, and wellness programs. We’re dedicated to improving the lives of children, adults, and families across 21 towns in northeastern Connecticut through compassionate care, prevention, and support services.

With more than 30 programs, 12 service locations, and a team of over 250 caring professionals, we’re proud to continue our mission of Creating Healthy Communities. Our diverse staff includes psychiatrists, clinicians, APRNs, social workers, prevention specialists, case managers, advocates, and a strong team of administrative and support professionals — all working together to make a meaningful difference.

Our offices are located in small-town and rural settings throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commuting distance of New London, CT; Worcester, MA; and Providence, RI. Main offices are in Mansfield Center, Dayville, and Wauregan.

If you’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you!

Learn more about career opportunities at www.unitedservicesct.org/careers
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Or send 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