Careers
“At Spring Lake Ranch, you can see others grow, grow with them, and learn to care for others in a way never imagined. The organization prioritizes employee and resident satisfaction, and will assist any employee in reaching their goals. My experience was nothing short of life-changing and constantly educational.”
Former SLR Employee
Spring Lake Ranch thrives when its community is full of dedicated, diverse, and passionate team-players committed to its mission of empowering individuals to heal and grow. We believe that recovery occurs in the context of relationships lived with compassion, acceptance, respect, authenticity, mutuality, and shared work and play.
We are looking for people that share our values of hope, empowerment, connection to the natural environment, and community to join our team. Pay and benefits at Spring Lake Ranch are competitive and many intangible rewards of working here include homemade meals (often sourced right from our gardens and pastures), access to the pristine Spring Lake and hiking trails right outside your door, a whole host of friendly farm animals, and a community of collegial and supportive coworkers, all nestled in 700 acres of the beautiful Green Mountains.
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Spring Lake Ranch’s group health plan. The Ranch will cover 80% of the premium costs depending on the level of enrollment.
Dental Coverage
Dental coverage is offered the Northeast Delta Dental at no cost to eligible employees. The dental-care services offered under this plan include no-cost preventative care.
Retirement Plan
Employees are eligible to contribute to the retirement plan right away. After six months of employment, Spring Lake Ranch contributes 2% of an employee’s salary and matches up to 3% of an employee’s contributions. Employees are fully vested after 3 years.
Life Insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage equal to one times an eligible employees annual salary up to $50,000 is provided at no cost after one year of employment.
Disability Benefits
The Ranch provides short term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) benefits to eligible employees at no cost after one year of employment.
Paid Time Off
Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) starts at 15 days per year and goes up depending on position and tenure.
Parental Leave
Employees who are birth mothers, spouses or civil union partners of birth mothers, or adoptive parents, will receive 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
Each week of paid parental leave is compensated at 100 percent of the employee’s regular, straight-time weekly pay. Paid parental leave will be paid on a biweekly basis on regular scheduled pay dates.
Paid parental leave taken under this policy will run concurrently with leave under the FMLA; any leave taken under this policy will be counted toward the 12 weeks of available FMLA leave per a 12-month period.
Spring Lake Ranch will maintain all benefits for employees during the paid parental leave period just as if they were taking any other company paid leave such as paid time off.
An employee who takes paid parental leave that does not qualify for FMLA leave will be afforded the same level of job protection for the period of time that the employee is on paid parental leave as if the employee were on FMLA-qualifying leave.
Flexible Schedule Options
Spring Lake Ranch is committed to helping employees face the demands of juggling work, family, and personal obligations by offering a number of flexible work arrangements such as flextime, a compressed workweek, and remote work options.
Community Meals
An employee favorite! All staff are welcome to partake in our delicious, nutritious home-cooked meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Current Employment Opportunities
Manager of Nursing Services
Pay: $90,000.00 per year
POSITION SUMMARY:
Oversee and facilitate the SLR response to health care needs of the residents under the direction of and in collaboration with the Prescriber/Psychiatric Prescriber and/or other medical practitioners involved in the care of residents in the Cuttingsville location of Spring Lake Ranch. Ensure compliance with licensing requirements for nursing services for Therapeutic Community Residences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
Licensing/Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with the licensing/CARF accreditation requirements for nursing services for Therapeutic Community Residences.
- Maintain resident privacy by keeping private information confidential in accordance with federal HIPAA legislation, federal confidentiality laws governing alcohol and drug information as specified in 42CFR, State of Vermont confidentiality laws, and Spring Lake Ranch policies and procedures.
- Create and maintain nursing care plans in compliance with licensing regulations.
- Oversight of infection control policies and procedures
Medication Administration:
- Oversee and carry out medical orders for residents given by the Prescriber/Psychiatric Prescriber and other medical practitioners.
- Train and certify non-medical staff in medication administration.
- Maintain coverage schedule for the med room, coordinate vacation and time off coverage.
- Serve as liaison with pharmacy and ensure that medications are ordered and made available in a timely manner.
- Check accuracy of pharmacy MOTs (Medicine On Time).
- Ensure that controlled medication counts are being done as appropriate and determine the source of any errors or differences. Oversee and update EMR documentation of medications.
Resident Care:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident medical records.
- Collaborate closely with Admissions, complete nursing intake assessments and medication system set-up for new residents.
- Communicate and collaborate with families as needed.
- Ascertain necessity and oversee arrangements for medical care of residents and clients.
- Provide nursing assessments regarding resident and client physical fitness to participate in the Work Program.
- Maintain close communication with a resident’s treatment team regarding resident medical status.
Med Room Management
- Review and update Med Room Policies and Procedures document.
- Supervision of Dietician and Med Assistant.
- Create and maintain a professional med room environment where staff know that safety, service, compassion, competence, cleanliness and order, and other high nursing values are manifest ongoing.
- Oversee and organize the med room for efficient use by trained non-medical staff to administer medications.
- Provide nursing education on resident care and med room practices toward excellent safety and treatment for residents and confidence for staff.
General Nursing Services
- Provide and coordinate routine and emergent medical care.
- Oversee SLR communication with outside providers including lab, UA company, and others as needed.
- Assess and analyze lab values.
- Provide periodic wellness seminars for residents.
- Make health/wellness related announcements to residents and staff.
- Conduct trainings and drills per CARF requirements.
- Attend trainings and other professional development opportunities as appropriate.
- Provide “on-call” for nursing services.
Community Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the SLR mission, vision, and core values.
- Maintains respectful, therapeutic, and supportive relationships with Spring Lake residents at all times.
- Demonstrates willingness to draw upon own personal talents, interests, and passions to develop special programming for the community and develop relationships with individuals.
- Participates in holidays and other Ranch special events throughout the year.
- Attends weekly staff meetings and staff development opportunities, meeting the licensing training requirements for position.
- Engages in crisis intervention and assistance as needed.
- Performs other appropriate duties as requested.
Qualifications:
- Licensed as an RN by the State of Vermont.
- Ability to work closely and respectfully with others.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Flexibility.
- Conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision/direction.
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
Admissions & Outreach Manager
Pay: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year
The Admissions & Outreach Manager supports Spring Lake Ranch’s admissions, outreach, and marketing efforts under the direction of the Admissions & Outreach Director. This role provides consistent regional relationship development, day-to-day admissions support, CRM tracking, and digital marketing support to strengthen the referral pipeline and support census stability.
This role serves as a regular on-the-ground outreach presence in New England, New York, New Jersey and other assigned regional markets while helping prospective residents, families, and referral sources move through the admissions process with timely communication and clear follow-up.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Regional Outreach & Relationship Development
- Execute outreach priorities as directed by the Admissions & Outreach Director.
- Maintain regular in-person contact with referral partners in New England, New York, New Jersey and other assigned markets.
- Develop relationships with hospitals, treatment programs, outpatient providers, private practices, consultants, and other potential referral sources.
- Conduct introductory and follow-up meetings to increase awareness of the SLR’s programs.
- Attend professional events, conferences, presentations, referral visits, and networking opportunities.
- Assist in planning and hosting professional visits to Spring Lake Ranch, including tours and referral partner meetings.
- Identify potential new referral sources, professional contacts, and regional outreach opportunities.
Admissions Support & Inquiry Management
- Serve as a point of contact for prospective residents, families, and referral sources for day-to-day inquiry and referral follow-up.
- Under the direction and guidance of the Admissions & Outreach Director:
- Guide prospective residents and families through the admissions process, including answering questions, coordinating next steps, and maintaining timely communication.
- Gather, organize, review, and track clinical records, referral materials, collateral information, and admissions documentation.
- Schedule/perform calls, visits, tours, interviews, and follow-up communications related to prospective admissions.
- Monitor open referrals and help ensure inquiries do not stall or fall through the cracks.
- Communicate clearly with the Admissions & Outreach Director regarding referral status, questions, barriers, and next steps.
CRM, Data Tracking & Reporting Support
- Maintain accurate and timely CRM records for outreach activity, professional contacts, referral sources, inquiry status, follow-up tasks, and outcomes.
- Document referral source contacts, meetings, calls, visits, and follow-up activity in accordance with established data standards.
- Support reporting by ensuring referral source, source type, geographic, and pipeline data are complete and reliable.
- Assist in tracking activity indicators, including new referral sources, new professional contacts, virtual meetings, in-person meetings/tours, conferences, and professional events.
- Share observations regarding referral trends, common questions, market opportunities, and barriers to conversion.
Digital Presence & Marketing Support
- Manage and maintain Spring Lake Ranch’s LinkedIn profile.
- Support other online marketing profiles and digital platforms as assigned, ensuring information is accurate, current, and professionally presented.
- Assist with content sharing, post coordination, professional updates, and digital engagement efforts that support referral development.
- Collaborate with Communications and Development on digital content, messaging, and campaigns connected to outreach and referral generation.
- Monitor basic engagement and inquiry trends from digital platforms and share observations that may inform outreach strategy.
Internal Coordination & Community Responsibilities
- Coordinate with the Operations Manager and appropriate internal staff regarding visit logistics, intake planning, and internal handoffs as directed.
- Maintain strong communication with admissions, transitions, clinical, operations, communications, and development staff to support alignment across the referral-to-admission process.
- Monitor assigned outreach expenses and submit travel, event, and outreach-related documentation in a timely manner.
- Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to the Spring Lake Ranch mission, vision, and core values.
- Maintain respectful, therapeutic, and supportive relationships with Spring Lake Ranch residents and staff at all times when on campus or representing the program.
- Maintain resident/client privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, Spring Lake Ranch policies, and ethical standards.
- Attend in-person team meetings at Spring Lake Ranch every other month, as well as other meetings and trainings as requested.
- Other responsibilities as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required. Preference for degrees or experience in mental health, social work, psychology, healthcare administration, marketing, communications, or related fields.
- At least two years of experience in admissions, outreach, marketing, relationship development, healthcare, behavioral health, or related work preferred.
- Strong interest in mission-driven nonprofit behavioral healthcare and ability to clearly represent the Spring Lake Ranch model.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build rapport with families, clinicians, providers, consultants, and other professionals.
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort initiating contact, conducting meetings, presenting information, and following up consistently.
- Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple open tasks and relationships at once.
- Experience with CRM systems, data entry, contact tracking, and digital platforms preferred.
- Ability to create or support professional presentations and communicate effectively with clinical and non-clinical audiences.
- Ability and willingness to travel regularly for meetings with prospective and existing referral sources, conferences, and professional events.
- Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable mode of transportation.
BENEFITS:
- Health, dental and vision insurance.
- Short and long-term disability insurance; premiums paid 100% by Spring Lake Ranch after first year.
- Life insurance; premium paid 100% by Spring Lake Ranch after first year.
- Paid time off.
- Employer contributions to retirement plan after six months.
- Employee Assistance Program.
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Mostly remote, some in person desired
Farm Manager
POSITION TITLE: Farm Manager
Pay: $55,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year
Job description: Our Farm Manager leads and participates in the Farm Department of the therapeutic Work Program providing year-round meaningful work for people with mental health and substance abuse challenges. This role is best suited for an empathetic and collaborative leader who approaches farm operations through a therapeutic lens, integrating agricultural responsibilities with the mission at the forefront on diversified 65-acre working farm that supports recovery and community engagement. Farm manager roles in Vermont often require a “self-starter” with high energy and the ability to work independently in a physically demanding environment.
About Spring Lake Ranch
Spring Lake Ranch (SLR) is a unique therapeutic community and working farm, providing a supportive environment for adults with mental health challenges and co-occurring addiction issues. Located in the Green Mountains of Vermont, SLR has been in operation since 1932 and is entering a dynamic period of growth supported by donors, alumni families, and passionate staff.
Responsibilities
- Leads, plans, coordinates and participates in the Farm Department of the therapeutic Work Program, including livestock care and pasture management
- Ensures the health and wellbeing of Ranch livestock, communicating with veterinarian and other outside resources as applicable.
- Serves as a member of the treatment team for Farm crew residents and collaborates with the team on treatment planning and facilitation of residents achieving their goals
- Supervises crew staff, including program coordinators (pc) and specialist pc
- Supervises and builds relationships with residents to accomplish Farm and Work Program goals, involving them in all aspects of farming and supporting in participating productively in the Farm
- Works with the Work Program Manager to create and monitor Farm-related budgets.
- Works collaboratively with Food Services Manager regarding kitchen needs and coordination of livestock processing.
- Works with the Work Program Manager to design and implement Farm improvements.
- Maintains regular communication and collaborates with Clinician, Program Director, and other Work Program Managers, regarding farm and Work Program needs.
- Assists other areas of the Work Program in special and seasonal projects (e.g. sugaring, cider-pressing, ice-cutting, etc.)
- Oversees weekly group notes documenting resident progress.
- Produces annual hay crop (approximately 4000 bales), involving the Work Program.
- Maintains 65 acres of pastures, fields, and associated fencing.
- Shared responsibility with facilities team for maintenance and repairs to farm buildings, tractors, and farm equipment
- Responds/responsible for livestock and farm related emergencies on “on-call” basis.
- Organizes/ensures an on-call rotation for livestock care and farm emergencies.
- Attends daily morning meeting.
- Attends weekly Work Program meetings and staff meetings.
- Attends trainings and other meetings as requested.
- Participates in Holiday Committee (planning & coverage) rotation requiring 1 holiday commitment per year.
- Serve as a mentor for up to 1 resident at any given time
- Other responsibilities as requested.
Qualifications
- Effective collaborative, interpersonal, organizational, and conflict resolution skills. Supervision experience.
- Knowledge and experience in farm management with emphasis on livestock care.
- Experience in operation and maintenance of tractors and other farm equipment.
- Proven awareness and commitment to safety for self and others in a farm setting.
- Experience in farming as a therapeutic tool preferred.
- Commitment to working in a therapeutic community working side by side with residents creating meaningful work on the farm..
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Flexibility is a must; especially willingness to shift projects, time, focus, methods, or priorities as requested.
- Ability to complete physical work consisting of moderate (40 lbs.) lifting, carrying, etc. This position consists of a combination of sitting, bending, standing, kneeling, and walking. Work is both indoor and outdoor during all seasons.
- Willingness to live on Spring Lake Ranch property or within a 30 minute drive of Cuttingsville, VT general area for after-hour farm urgencies.
- Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
Key Physical Demands
- Weight Handling:Regular lifting and carrying of 50 lb grain bags, hay bales, and farming equipment.
- Stamina & Mobility:Sustained, full-body activity such as walking, bending, stooping, and climbing over the course of long, sometimes 10-12 hour days, especially during lambing, calving, or harvest seasons.
- Adverse Weather Tolerance:Ability to work outdoors in all seasons, including cold, snow, and ice, as well as high-temperature environments.
- Machinery Operation:Physical capacity to operate and maintain tractors, trucks, and specialized equipment.
- Livestock Care:Physical capability to handle animals (cattle, sheep) and perform barn chores like mucking (cleaning manure).
Common Job-Specific Requirements
- Animal Management:Handling of sheep, cattle, or horses, including lifting equipment, administering vaccinations, and providing care in varied, sometimes high-stress environments.
- Field Production:For crop farms, duties include planting, hand-weeding, and harvesting while standing or kneeling for long durations.
- Maintenance:Fixing fences, cleaning stalls, and maintaining water systems.
- Driving:Often requires a valid driver’s license for transporting products or driving equipment between sites.
Additional Expectations
- Ability and willingness to negotiate scope and expectations in good faith as program needs evolve.
- Commitment to SLR’s therapeutic community model and collaborative approach.
- Strong professional boundaries and a recovery-oriented treatment philosophy.
Benefits
- Housing options available (On-site shared housing or On-site private housing)
- Monday-Friday regular schedule (with afterhours and weekend on-call responsibilities).
- Medical (80% of premium paid by employer)
- Dental (100% of premium paid by employer)
- Vision (100% of premium paid by employer)
- Income Protection (Life, STD, LTD) at one year (100% of premium paid by employer)
- 403b with employer match
- PTO (paid time off) based on position, immediately available
- FREE farm-to-table meals
- Use of 700-acre land for hiking and outdoor activities
- 401k
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Facilities Administrative Coordinator
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
The Facilities Administrative Coordinator is a role designed to support the Logistics Manager and the Facilities department of SLR to run efficiently and effectively. It is a liaison between the Logistics Manager and the Facilities team as well as associated contractors, vendors and business associates. It is ideal for someone who is organized and efficient as they are customer-driven and solution oriented.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and execute the day-to-day operational and administrative needs of the Facilities department.
- Collaborate with the Logistics Manager to ensure efficiency and efficacy of SLR Facilities department protocols by coordinating, prioritizing, dispatching and following up on day to day operations and special projects.
- Be an effective and trusted liaison between contractors, vendors and other businesses to support the department’s and SLR needs.
- Request proposals and estimates from vendors and make recommendations to Logistics Manager.
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn building code requirements and insurance necessities and coordinate necessary supporting activities.
- Employee scheduling and effective follow up and flexible problem-solving to meet operational needs.
- Maintain and cultivate positive internal and external relationships.
- Share responsibility for employee payroll and ensure that it is done accurately and in manner that meets all deadlines.
- Complete any/all assigned accounts payable functions.
- Be an eye for quality with regard to the property, plant, and equipment and take action on opportunities for improvement.
- Serve on committees if requested.
- Attend meetings and respectfully make announcements to remind staff team of Facilities needs and protocols when necessary.
- Work on holidays for those that fall during the work week unless requesting/using benefit time for days off.
- Serve on holiday committee in rotation with other staff to provide coverage and activities for holidays.
- Attend staff, training, and other required meetings.
- Complete other duties as requested.
Community Responsibilities
- Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to the SLR Mission, Vision and Core Values.
- Represent Spring Lake Ranch professionally and positively to others.
- Maintain respectful, therapeutic, and supportive relationships with Spring Lake Ranch residents and clients at all times.
- Maintain resident/client privacy by keeping personal information confidential in accordance with federal HIPAA legislation and Spring Lake Ranch policies and procedures.
- Willing to draw upon own personal talents, interests, and passions to develop special programming for the community and develop relationships with individuals.
- Participate in holidays and other SLR special events throughout the year.
- Attend staff and department meetings and staff development opportunities, meeting the licensing training requirements for position.
Requirements
- High school or GED required, advanced degree or some college a plus.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- At least 5 years of administrative experience preferred.
- Experience in the mental health and / or therapeutic field a plus.
- Knowledge and experience in general building construction and maintenance helpful.
- Desire to work closely with others and in a team environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision/direction.
- Desire to be part of community supporting individuals with mental health and substance abuse challenges.
- Willingness/commitment to participate in and foster the therapeutic community milieu.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to complete physical work consisting of moderate (15-20 lbs.) lifting, carrying, etc. This position consists of a combination of sitting, standing, kneeling, and walking.
- Work is both indoor and outdoor during all seasons.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cuttingsville, VT 05738 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cuttingsville, VT 05738: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Facilities Technician
Pay: $22.00 – $24.00 per hour
Assist in various aspects of facilities and maintenance including but not limited to; general facilities support, building maintenance such as interior repairs, painting, and remodeling. Coordinate with the Facilities Manager and Business Manager regarding the pick-up/delivery of requested items off site. Assist the Resident Services Driver with additional driving as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate with Facilities Manager and other Facilities team members regarding projects and assigned daily tasks.
- Complete projects in a timely manner in the following areas with proper jobsite clean-up:
- General facilities support and cleaning
- General Repairs and installations
- Room turnover (painting, repairs, and remodeling)
- Routine building maintenance
- Assist with special projects for the Facilities Department
- Prepare and plan for assigned projects including but not limited to:
- Ordering or gathering supplies
- Tool maintenance
- Replace depleted supplies as needed
- Ensure availability and proper use of PPE
- Coordinate with Logistics Manager and Business Manager team for driving needs:
- Purchase supplies requested by the Facilities Manager or Business Manager
- Hand in all receipts to the Facilities and/or Business Manager for purchases in a timely manner.
- Ensures vehicle reliability and readiness by maintaining fuel level above half, checking/maintaining tire pressure, replacing wiper blades and reporting needs of maintenance to Facilities Manager.
- Complete regular vehicle cleaning by removing trash, vacuuming interior, and wiping interior surfaces.
- Assist Resident Services driver with overflow of transportation requests of residents.
COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the SLR Mission, Vision and Core Values.
- Represent Spring Lake Ranch professionally and positively to others including families, doctors, therapists, vendors, other providers, employers, volunteer contacts, friends, interns, volunteers, visitors, candidates, the general public, etc.
- Maintain respectful, therapeutic, and supportive relationships with Spring Lake Ranch residents and clients at all times.
- Maintain resident/client privacy by keeping personal information confidential in accordance with federal HIPAA legislation and Spring Lake Ranch policies and procedures.
- Willing to draw upon own personal talents, interests, and passions to develop special programming for the community and develop relationships with individuals.
- Participate in holidays and other Ranch special events throughout the year.
- Attend staff and department meetings and staff development opportunities, meeting the licensing training requirements for position.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or GED.
- Knowledge and experience in facilities support and general building maintenance.
- Basic working knowledge of repairing and installing various building materials.
- Desire to work closely with others and in a team environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Flexibility is A MUST, especially willingness to shift projects, time, focus, methods, or priorities as requested or in response to emergencies.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision/direction.
- Ability to complete physical work consisting of moderate (50 lbs.) lifting, carrying, etc. This position consists of a combination of sitting, standing, kneeling, and walking. Work is both indoor and outdoor during all seasons.
- Desire to be part of community supporting individuals with mental health and substance abuse challenges.
- Willingness/commitment to participate in and foster the therapeutic community milieu.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Awake Overnight Support
Wage: $19.00 – $20.00 per hour
This role will serve as primary staff during overnight shifts and other times requiring additional coverage. Responsibilities include providing assistance to residents, particularly new Ranch residents, throughout the night.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain a safe and supportive environment for residents, remaining awake and engaged during overnight shifts.
- Provide immediate intervention in the event of resident crises.
- Report significant health, psychiatric, or behavioral issues to the resident’s team or on-call personnel.
- Document interactions and objective behavioral observations of residents at the end of each shift.
- Administer medications as needed.
- Complete incident reports within 24 hours.
- Perform light housekeeping duties.
- Assist with administrative tasks and records requests.
COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the SLR Mission, Vision and Core Values.
- Represent Spring Lake Ranch professionally and positively to others including: families, doctors, therapists, vendors, other providers, employers, volunteer contacts, friends, interns, volunteers, visitors, candidates, the general public, etc.
- Maintain respectful, therapeutic, and supportive relationships with Spring Lake Ranch residents and clients at all times.
- Maintain resident/client privacy in accordance with federal HIPAA legislation and Spring Lake Ranch policies and procedures.
- Review weekly staff and department meeting notes and maintain current on trainings, meeting the licensing training requirements for position.
- Participate in weekend, evening, town trip and on-call duty rotation as needed.
- Crisis intervention and assistance as needed.
- Other duties as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health/human services area preferred.
- Open to flexible schedule and open to work shifts as needed.
- Previous experience in mental health and/or substance abuse treatment required.
- Knowledge and experience of Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to complete some physical work consisting of moderate lifting and carrying of up to 40 lbs, using stairs. This position consists of a combination of sitting, standing and walking.
- Ability to use independent judgment and analytical/decision-making skills
- Effective organization skills.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with co-workers.
- Ability to manage stress (for yourself and others) effectively.
- Ability to accept constructive feedback and on-going commitment to personal growth and improvement.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, overnight shifts will be 9:45pm to 7.30am, with some flexibility as needed.
- Driver’s License and good driving record.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 403(b) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Weekend Shift Supervisor
Date posted: May 15, 2026
Wage: From $20.00 per hour
BENEFITS:
- FREE farm to table shift meal
- Accrued sick time
- Unlimited access to campus amenities including: gym, tennis court, lake, woodshop, art studio, hiking trails and more.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Weekend Shift Supervisor position provides resident support, guidance, and assistance at the Spring Lake Ranch program. This position serves as the “on-site person in charge” when scheduled. This is a weekend position with two available shift options on both Saturday and Sunday (7:30-3:30P or 2-10P). We are looking to fill one shift per day, and are open to candidates interested in either shift.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain a presence in the Main House during shifts
- Maintain respectful, therapeutic, and supportive relationships with Spring Lake Ranch residents at all times.
- Informally and formally check in with residents to assess their mood, activity interest, recovery participation and/or to have casual conversation.
- Encourage residents to generate ideas for healthful and fun use of free time and to engage others in activity plans.
- Alert on-call staff person to any urgent/crisis level issues that arise and intervene in crisis situations appropriately and according to guidelines.
- Collaborate and communicate regularly (and as necessary) with other members of staff to exchange information, receive guidance/feedback, identify issues, and develop strategies for general and specific resident support during evenings.
- Understand SLR medication protocols and administer residents’ medications accordingly, if med room staff are not present during scheduled shift. Ensure med room safety and security. Training provided.
- Contact emergency services or the consulting psychiatrist if necessary and according to guidelines.
- Supervise, direct, and provide shift training to Program Coordinators scheduled to work during scheduled shifts, in a proactive and collaborative manner.
- Ensure Main House is generally neat and clean and appropriately communicate any maintenance issues that arise to the Facilities Team.
- Oversee and participate in the completion of chores including dishes, meal clear, pots & pans, put away, and sweep & mop. Respectfully encourage completion of chores to residents who are late, distressed, forgetful, or unmotivated.
- Oversee trip transportation arrangements in collaboration with other staff.
COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the SLR Mission, Vision and Core Values.
- Represent Spring Lake Ranch professionally and positively to others including: families, doctors, therapists, vendors, other providers, employers, volunteer contacts, friends, interns, volunteers, visitors, candidates, the general public, etc.
- Maintain respectful, therapeutic, and supportive relationships with Spring Lake Ranch residents and clients at all times.
- Maintain resident/client privacy by keeping personal information confidential in accordance with federal HIPAA legislation and Spring Lake Ranch policies and procedures.
- Willing to draw upon own personal talents, interests, and passions to develop relationships with individuals.
- Participate in holidays and other Ranch special events throughout the year as correlates with weekend schedule.
- Complete trainings as provided to meet the licensing requirements for position.
- Crisis intervention and assistance as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience in mental health and/or substance abuse recovery strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated understanding and commitment to supporting individuals with life challenges.
- Proven proficient ability to use independent judgment, effective analytical decision-making and appropriate time management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, teamwork, computer, and organizational skills.
- Physical capability including moderate lifting, carrying, etc. This position consists of a combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
- Knowledge and experience of Windows OS and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage stress (for yourself and others) effectively while maintaining a sense of humor.
- Ability to accept constructive feedback and on-going commitment to performance excellence and improvement.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of team.
- Driver’s License and good driving record.
Job Type: Part-time
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Cuttingsville, VT 05738 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Program Coordinator
Program Coordinators provide live-in support, structure, and guidance to residents through informal contact, house activities, and work crew activities to create a positive environment and comfortable home-like atmosphere. They are role models for clients/residents on developing and living a healthy, full life.
JOB TYPE: Full-time
EXPECTED HOURS: 40 per week
BASE PAY: $15 / hour + housing and benefits
WORK LOCATION: In person
ABOUT SPRING LAKE RANCH:
Nestled in the Green Mountains of Vermont on beautiful Spring Lake, Spring Lake Ranch is a farm-based residential program for adults struggling with mental health and often co-occurring substance abuse issues. Through community, work and play, we help our residents find hope, meaning and purpose while learning how to manage their lives on a daily basis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
- Provide live-in support, structure, and guidance to residents through informal contact and house activities to create a positive environment and comfortable sober home-like atmosphere.
- Assume various roles such as mentor, guide, and advocate to support the recovery, well-being, and community experience for residents.
- Assist the residents in the house with creating, shaping, and attaining their goals.
- Develop/apply interpersonal skills on on-going basis including flexibility, empathy, patience, effective communication, careful listening, limit setting, and firm personal boundaries.
- Assist residents with housecleaning and bedroom cleaning.
On-call overnight coverage in the house up to five nights a week. - Help with urgent emotional support and crisis intervention as needed.
- Work evenings and drive “Friday Fun” as assigned.
- Wash dishes when scheduled.
- Initiate activities, games, and conversation with residents on weekends and evenings.
- Support and collaborate with the staff person who is doing med administration by proactively finding individuals who are late for meds, including those who must be awoken.
- Provide transportation for Work Program, recreational activities, house outings, emergencies, etc. as needed.
- As part of an advising team for several residents in your house, support the clinician in the development and implementation of “action plans” to guide residents’ experience and attainment of recovery goals during Ranch stay.
- Attend monthly team meetings.
- Communicate frequently with your residents, their clinician and supervisor.
- Foster resident sense of personal growth, meaningful contribution, and social belonging through positive work crew interactions and experience.
- Ensure safety through worksite hazard management, proper tool/machinery technique, and following of procedures and policies.
- Communicate with residents’ treatment teams regarding concerns observed on crew.
- Contribute to weekly work program notes.
- Balance individual resident needs/challenges with task productivity.
- Encourage/teach new skills and appropriately challenge residents to develop the self-confidence that comes from accomplishing a task.
- Assist co-workers in getting the crew together and starting work on time.
- Clean up the work area and put tools away after each work crew.
- Coordinate and plan with work program leaders to develop projects and work plan.
- Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the SLR Mission, Vision and Core Values.
- Maintain respectful, therapeutic, and supportive relationships with Spring Lake Ranch at all times.
- Maintain resident/client privacy by keeping personal information confidential in accordance with federal HIPAA legislation and Spring Lake Ranch policies and procedures.
- Willing to draw upon personal talents, interests, and passions to develop special programming for the community and develop relationships with individuals.
- Participate in holidays and other Ranch special events throughout the year.
- Attend weekly staff and department meetings and staff development opportunities, meeting the licensing training requirements for position.
- Crisis intervention and assistance as needed.
- Other duties as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Desire to live and work in a diverse community setting.
- Ability to establish and maintain firm personal/professional boundaries in a therapeutic community setting.
- Previous experience in mental health and/or substance abuse recovery preferred.
- Ability to participate in physical work and physical activity in all possible outdoor weather conditions, activities may include outdoor work/active games/sports and moderate lifting/carrying of up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to accept supervision, feedback, and constructive criticism.
- Strong interpersonal skills and flexibility.
- Respect for others, compassion, patience.
- Willingness to learn and to try new things.Good judgment, responsibility, dependability.
- Enthusiasm, energy, initiative.
- Limit-setting and conflict resolution skills.
- Driver’s license and good driving record.
BENEFITS:
- FREE farm to table meals
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance (premium 100% paid by Spring Lake Ranch)
- Vision insurance (premium 100% paid by Spring Lake Ranch)
- Health insurance (premium 100% paid by Spring Lake Ranch)
- Life insurance
- Loan forgiveness (PSLF)
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Use of all amenities of 700-acre farm in Vermont
SCHEDULE:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Internship / Externship Opportunities
These experiences look different for many. We’re open to learning your needs for this aspect of your education and talking about how we might partner with you to fulfill these expectations. Please reach out to Jennifer in Human Resources via the contact information below to begin the conversation. We look forward to hearing from you.
To Apply
Click here to fill out an application for employment. Send the completed application, your resume, and a cover letter indicating your interest to Jennifer at Je*******@*************ch.org.
Please reach out to Jennifer if you are interested in a contracted service provider role, or clinical internship at Spring Lake Ranch. We look forward to hearing from you.