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Acute Residential Counselor Floater – Developmental Services Behavioral Support (Full-Time & Part-Time)

Howard Center

Job Location:

Burlington, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 26 August 2026 (21 days ago)

Application Deadline: 23 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Client Services

Job Summary

Acute Residential Counselor Floater Developmental Services: Behavioral Support (Full-Time)

The residential programs are modeled off a home setting serving clients whose needs are complex and range in intensity.

Responsibilities:

Initiate constructive activities that address goals on a clients Individual Support Agreement (treatment plan)
Implement the support and crisis plans (utilizing Therapeutic Options training) in collaboration with the greater treatment team.
Facilitate community inclusion daily living and skill acquisition
Utilization of sound judgement and maintenance of clam demeanor during crisis
Provide needed behavioral and/or mental health support
Provide needed personal and/or medical care

Requirements:

Three to four years of experience in a human services or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skill has been acquired
High school degree or equivalent
Routine lifting
Valid drivers license and use of a personal vehicle
Ability to work either Saturday or Sunday
Experience with de escalation techniques
Committed to trauma-informed approach
Person centered

Structure:

Varied schedules including weekend and evening hours
Travel within Chittenden County
Residential homes located in Burlington Colchester & Essex
Non-exempt
AFSCME Union (dues will apply)
Starting at $22.75 an hour
We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience
Ability to work either Saturday or Sunday

Watch this YouTube clip to hear from people doing the work! time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more

Comprehensive Health 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 Insurance

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 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 agencys 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 Centers EOE policy.

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