School Services Clinician

Howard Center

Howard Center - Burlington, Vermont Job Details

Job ID:

5938020

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

The School Services Program helps children, ages 3-22 and their families address challenges so that children can experience healthy development and school success. School Services Clinicians act as the link between home, school and community in order to promote and support students' overall school and social success.

This is a co-hire position between Howard Center and the Burlington School District

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Wchi-A_Ks0 Responsibilities

Develop and implement treatment plans for students experiencing significant emotional/behavioral/environmental challenges

Provide services in school, home and community settings

Provide services/support at multiple levels including: individual, family, group, staff/team, classroom and school community

Provide supportive counseling and collateral contact to students and families in order to facilitate success in reaching treatment goals

Conduct clinical assessments and diagnosis

Provide crisis prevention and intervention

Educate/Consult with school staff about mental health issues, poverty, marginalization and disenfranchisement

Clinical documentation and record keeping in compliance with Agency requirement

Requirements

Masters Degree in a mental health discipline

Experience working with youth with emotional/behavioral challenges

VT Clinical License or License Eligible and on the Roster of Non-Licensed, Non-Certified Psychotherapists (See Licensing Requirement Notice Below)

Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle

Licensing Requirement Notice

Vermont regulation mandates that individuals who are on the Roster of Nonlicensed Noncertified Psychotherapists, through the Office of Professional Regulation, must be actively working towards professional licensure. This rule does not apply to First Call for Chittenden County.

Structure:

Full-time, 40 hours/ week

AFSCME Union (dues will apply)

,Annual starting salary at $57,314.71 (Non-Licensed), $61,269.43 (Licensed)

We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

Benefits

40-hour work week with a 205-day annual contract

Time off includes accruals to cover paid school breaks, 3 personal days and 8 sick days (pro-rated for part time staff and mid-year hires)

$1000 bonus for completing contract days annually (pro-rated for part time staff and mid-year hires)

Comprehensive Medical Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.

Two Dental options

Vision Insuranc

Employer 401(k) contributions

Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance

Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account

Childcare Stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral program with financial payment

Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED

Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education

Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!

Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy.

Our Values:

Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$57,314 to $61,269 Per Year