-
Program Counselor (Case Manager)
Posted: 09/18/2025We are seeking a Program Counselor (Case Manager) to join the Vista team to coordinate, monitor, and document all counseling and case management services provided to students in our Discover Program.
This Full-Time position, eligible for benefits and paid time off (PTO), is based at our Westbrook, CT campus. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Responsibilities for a Program Counselor (Case Manager) include:- Developing written program plans for each student that evaluates progress, determines the individual’s goals, and identifies programmatic service needs
- Implementing systems which support each assigned student’s programmatic and individual goals that address four main areas: social/emotional, vocational, life skills, and community involvement (such as recreation and transportation)
- Providing individual and family counseling for students
- Communicating student needs, issues and goals to all staff members and other involved parties
- Maintaining all necessary records and documentation, including monitoring students medical, wellness and financial needs
- Bachelor’s Degree plus one (1) year of related experience. Vista values the work experience of applicants and therefore, may waive the Bachelor level of educational requirement of a position in lieu of a strong work background in a related field
- Valid driver’s license plus a safe driving record
About Us
We are looking to grow a diverse, inclusive and mission-driven team at Vista Life Innovations. We offer a range of competitive benefits to support this goal:- Health: Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Family: A variety of paid leaves for eligible employees: Bereavement Leave, Family and Medical Leave and CT Paid Leave
- Retirement: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)
- Basic Life Insurance: Eligible employees are provided with a $20,000 Life Insurance benefit (employer paid after 60 days of employment)
- Flexible schedules and time off: Generous PTO providing eligible employees with paid time off that may be used for sick time, for personal reasons, holidays and vacations; and Hybrid working opportunities for eligible positions
- Wellness: Staff retreats, employee wellness program and company-hosted events
- Employee Assistance Program: free and strictly confidential, nationwide network of counselors
- Medicare Concierge Program: Vista offers a free consultative program provided to all employees and retirees aged 60 and above
- Learning & Growth: Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities. Career Path Program for volunteers and interns
- Voluntary Benefits: Including cancer guardian, pet insurance and more!
- Mileage Reimbursement: for all eligible employees
Imagine the possibilities of being part of the success story of an adult with disabilities. Here at Vista Life Innovations, we are a nonprofit, human services organization supporting individuals with disabilities throughout the various stages of life. Each member of the Vista community is supported as a person on their own journey toward greater self-reliance, personal achievement, and independence.
Vista is a drug-free, Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Please visit our website for more information about Vista Life Innovations and our career opportunities.Vista Life Innovations, Inc.
Bel GonzalezAdditional Postings available from Vista Life Innovations, Inc.
Tell a Friend
-
Serving the Towns of Guilford, Branford and North Branford