Title: DMH Care Manager - Limited Service

Application Deadline Date: 08/19/2025

Req ID: 53031

Department: Mental Health

Location:

Waterbury, VT, US

Position Type: Limited Service

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $46.12

Maximum Salary: $64.77

Overview

This job involves work within the Department of Mental Health (DMH) Adult Unit with a focus on utilization review for residential treatment programs funded by Vermont Medicaid.

This work includes reviewing authorization packets and verifying clinical need for adults seeking this level of treatment.

The eligibility determination process includes reviewing and tracking applications, communication, support and technical assistance to all designated and specialized service agencies statewide.

This role includes database management that tracks all incoming and current residential placements and will use this system to outreach agencies at defined intervals for ongoing eligibility determination.

The role may also support review and assistance managing individuals requiring DMH benefits based on level of treatment need.

This role may also include collaboration with other state agencies including the Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA), DMH billing & financial teams, DMH & DVHA policy units, quality management, care management, and/or the DMH legal team.

The role also involves collaboration with community providers around clinical decisions. Familiarity with Vermont's public mental health system of care, eligibility determinations for mental health services, the Adults Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA), Microsoft Suite including Excel, and experience in the mental health field will all be assets in this position.

This is a limited service position ending March 31, 2026.

Who May Apply

This position, DMH Care Manager (Job Requisition #53031), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact patricia.singer@vermont.gov
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in a variety of settings, primarily within the Central Office but with need for travel, at times, to other settings such as general hospitals and community mental health centers for which private means of transportation must be available.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in a mental health related field AND four (4) years of clinical experience in counseling, social work, psychology or nursing, including experience with adults with severe emotional disturbance, including two (2) years of experience in a community-based system of care.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of treatment options including inpatient treatment for adults.

Special Requirements

Currently licensed mental health professional such as Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor; or possession of Vermont license within six months of hire.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.