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Employment and Volunteer Opportunities

Employment

Mental Health America of Dutchess County is an Equal Opportunity employer. We offer exciting opportunities for individuals to help people and their families with all aspects of mental wellness. Come join our team of dedicated staff. Please check below our current list of openings.

 

Current Openings

 

F/T Peer Bridger Position

F/T position - 35 hrs/week

 

Individual to provide social and emotional support to clients that are transitioning from an inpatient setting into a community living environment. This individual will be a mentor by providing hope and encouragement as well as teach life adjustment skills, offer peer support through recovery and participation in self help groups.

Please send resume with cover letter to:
253 Mansion St., Poughkeepsie, NY  12601
or e-mail to kwilliams@mhadc.com or fax to 473-4870

 

Requirement: Must be a current or former recipient of mental health services.

 

YOUTH WORKER

Individual 1:1 Respite
Part Time 17.5 hours
and
Respite Worker
4 open slots

The Youth Worker/Respite Worker provides support to families experiencing the stress of caring for a child with a serious emotional, social or behavioral disability.

 

Duties include individual hourly respite for children with emotional, social or behavioral disorders. Position also may include some clerical/office duties.

Qualifications: 

  • High School Diploma or GED required.  Associates Degree preferred.  
  • Experience working with families with children with social, emotional
    and behavioral disabilities preferred.
  • Knowledge of child development required.
  • Self starting motivated individual able to work flexible hours.
  • Clean criminal and driving records required.
  • Mandated Reporting Training and CPR/First Aid preferred.

 

Please send resume and cover letter to
253 Mansion St., Poughkeepsie, NY  12601 attention: Kathy Williams
or e-mail to kwilliams@mhadc.com. Or fax to 845-473-4870.