Mental Health Worker I (Windham Center) - Per Diem
- PRN / per diem
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $19–$21 an hour. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Vermont post a median of $24 an hour, the middle half $21.75–$24.40, across 6 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Behavioral health technicians employed in Vermont earn a median of $22.87 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
The Mental Health Worker I will
- Follow the plan of care as directed by RN.
- Communicate information to the appropriate places.
- Perform safe patient care adhering to Policies and Procedures of Springfield Hospital.
- Take responsibility for maintaining and/or increasing knowledge base in area of practice.
- Assist in the management of the milieu in accordance with the policy and procedures to ensure safety and a therapeutic environment.
- Will lead and co-lead groups as appropriate.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) training ( preferred )
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) training ( preferred )
- Anger Management skills training ( preferred )
- Group leadership skills
- CPR ( within 3 months of hire )
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certified ( within 3 months of hire )
Salary Range: The base rate for this position is $19.00 - $21.00 per hour. The hourly range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the position. The rate for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate.
Springfield Hospital is proud to offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, 401k with an employer match, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and referral bonuses. Employees are part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values collaboration and growth.
From Springfield Hospital's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Springfield Hospital
Springfield Hospital is a nonprofit critical access hospital with an emergency department in Springfield, VT. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, imaging techs and therapists. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Springfield Hospital
Based in Springfield, VTHires in VermontPay on its listings: 86.8% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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