Per Diem Adjunct Counselors

Per Diem Adjunct Counselors - Young Adult Services – Transitional Living House and Clubhouse (Willimantic)

Location: Willimantic, 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 in our transitional living house/treatment facility and Clubhouse located in Willimantic, CT.

YAS is a therapeutic program that provides intensive, wrap around services, including clinical, medication management, nursing, case management, vocational, recreational, transitional living and housing services to young adults, ages 18-25, who have a diagnosed mental illness and are in need of community-based support services in the Willimantic area.

If you have knowledge and experience with trauma informed care, mental health, substance use, community support services, and an understanding of the developmental issues of this population, join the dedicated team of professionals at YAS Interested applicants must enjoy making a difference, believe in a person's ability to overcome amazing challenges, must be willing to learn and must be flexible, compassionate and a team player.

Adjunct responsibilities may include:

• Medication monitoring
• Client transportation
• Assist clients in addressing basic needs, including medical and psychiatric needs
• Prepare and facilitate educational and skill-building groups and one-to-one interventions as directed by the treatment plan
• Assist in the preparation of meals
• Counseling
• 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
Follow us on Facebook:
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

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to comply with the annual flu vaccine requirement?
• Can you confirm that you meet the minimum education qualifications for this position?
• What is the maximum commute time you would be comfortable with to and from work?
• Are you interested in full-time, part-time, or per diem positions?
• Would you be open to being considered for all positions of employment?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Willimantic, CT Required)

Work Location: In person