Manager for Staffed Living Program

About the role

Since 1958, United Counseling Service (UCS) has been dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals and families in our community. Through a wide range of programs, services, and educational opportunities, we strive to meet the diverse needs of those we serve. Our team includes professionals from various fields, including administration, clinical services, nursing, education, case management, psychiatry, and direct support, working across 17 facilities throughout Bennington County. As a proud affiliate of Vermont Care Partners—a statewide network of 16 non-profit community-based agencies—we deliver comprehensive mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental services across Vermont. We are currently seeking compassionate, motivated team players to join us in making a positive impact and building a stronger community. We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative supervision to Program Coordinators and monitors the quality and effectiveness of services delivered across programs.
• Ensures compliance with agency policies and procedures and completes annual performance evaluations for supervised staff.
• Actively participates in the recruitment and interview process for new hires, in collaboration with Program Coordinators, and identifies training needs to support staff development.
• Coordinates and maintains documentation related to staff training, and delivers supervision through individual meetings, group sessions, and role modeling.
• Works closely with community members, service providers, and local landlords to address housing-related challenges for individuals served by the Developmental Services programs; helps secure safe and appropriate housing for clients, supports client self-advocacy, and maintains consistent communication with guardians and other key stakeholders.
• During times of crisis or housing instability,