Youth Employment / Case Manager (JOBS)

Washington County Mental Health Services, Inc.                                                           NOTICE OF OPEN POSITION                                             Youth Employment Specialist / Case Manager                                                                   September 2025 For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington and Williamstown.

WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care.

Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”  Position :

• The Youth Employment Specialist / Case Manager works in the Children, Youth and Family Services department and reports to the Coordinator of the Jump-On-Board-for-Success (JOBS) Program.
• This role supports young adults ages 16–22 with severe emotional disturbances (SED) by providing supported employment services, including vocational assessment, job development, placement, and long-term follow-up.
• The position manages five to seven assigned cases and supports a total of 15–20 employment-focused clients through treatment planning, service coordination, and field-based support.
• This hands-on, community-centered role helps youth build skills, gain confidence, and reach their employment goals.

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Work Environment & Physical Requirements Work occurs in varied indoor and outdoor settings, including offices, program spaces, community locations, and client homes.  Involves driving and transporting clients, including travel in inclement weather; safe driving practices are required.  May include evening and weekend hours to meet program needs.  Requires extended computer use; ergonomic practices are encouraged.  Includes direct care for individuals who may present challenging behaviors; staff must be prepared for crisis intervention and de-escalation.  Staff may need to respond to medical or behavioral emergencies, including contacting emergency services.  Occasional exposure to bloodborne pathogens; PPE and proper disposal procedures are required.  Requires consistent attendance, effective communication, and active participation in meetings, trainings, and presentations.  Regular vehicle use for local and regional travel is essential.  Compensation and Benefits :

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