Associate Mental Health Specialist

and the job listing Expires on August 20, 2026 The State of Vermont’s Department of Mental Health is currently seeking Associate Mental Health Specialists on Night Shift. Associate Mental Health Specialists will be given opportunities to learn the complex duties of the delegation and unit leadership and demonstrate their ability to carry out those duties. There is considerable interaction with unit staff, social workers, psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, patients, families, visitors, and treatment personnel from other facilities. The Associate Mental Health Specialist demonstrates positive role modeling when interacting with these groups in promoting and maintaining an appropriate therapeutic milieu for clients. Consistently communicates in a professional, respectful manner. Work may include transportation of individuals with a mental illness to other treatment facilities with significant interaction with staff of other clinical service units. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships, and results orientation. This position is eligible for full retirement after 20 years of service in eligible positions in recognition of the challenges of front-line mental health work. Minimum Qualifications Two (2) years or more as a VPCH Mental Health Specialist. Demonstrated successful completion of the VPCH Training Academy or equivalent. Four (4) years or more of work experience in an inpatient mental health setting. Associates degree in a human services field and two (2) years or more of work experience in an inpatient mental health setting. Bachelor’s degree in human services AND one (1) year or more of work experience in an inpatient mental health setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nichols College