Career Fair April 6, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm United Counseling Service 100 Ledge Hill Drive, Bennington, VT, United States Looking for a change? We are holding a Career Fair at United Counseling Service on April 6th, from 4pm to 7pm. Meet our human resources team and learn about the recent wage increases to many of our positions! You will also get the opportunity to speak with UCS staff about our rewarding career opportunities in
PUCK Open House May 11, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 314 Dewey St. 314 Dewey St., Bennington, VT, United States The Psychiatric Urgent Care for Kids (PUCK) program would like to invite community members and families to join us for an open house at the Children, Youth and Family Services building at 314 Dewey S, Bennington, VT 05201 on May 11th, from 4pm to 6pm. PUCK helps youth in Bennington County who are experiencing a
Me2/ Orchestra: Classical Music for Mental Health May 13, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Southern Vermont Arts Center 860 SVAC Drive / West Road, Manchester, VT, United States Join us for an evening of music. The Me/2 Orchestra is the world’s only classical music organization created for individuals with mental illnesses and the people who support them. UCS is delighted to bring you Me/2's captivating music and join you in engaging with the musicians' stories as part of our celebration of 65 years'
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training May 24, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Via Zoom Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build skills
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training June 6, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Mission City Church 416 Main Street, Bennington, VT, United States Learn how to support the young people in your life. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are
Open Interviews August 1, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States United Counseling Service (UCS) will hold an Open Interview Day for its Early Childhood Services (ECS) programs on Tuesday, August 1, from 4-6pm, at the Spring Center in Bennington, VT. Hiring managers will offer on the spot interviews for job seekers hoping to learn more about career opportunities at Head Start and Early Head Start
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training September 13, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Via Zoom Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build skills
The Barn Sale September 16, 2023 - September 17, 2023 Riley Rink at Hunter Park 410 Hunter Park Road, Manchester, VT, United States Join us for the best tag sale in Vermont! The annual Barn Sale benefiting UCS kicks off September 16 to September 17 at the Northshire Civic Center at Riley Rink in Manchester, VT. Free and open to the public with all proceeds benefiting our Northshire office. Saturday, September 16, 9AM-4PM & Sunday, September 17, 9AM-3PM.
Suicide Prevention Awareness Vigil September 29, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Lake Paran 269 Houghton Street, North Bennington, VT, United States Join UCS in lighting lanterns of remembrance on Friday, September 29 at 5:30pm at Lake Paran. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Gather at the waterside with friends and neighbors as we remember those we've lost to suicide. The evening will include the lighting and release of floating lanterns on the lake and light refreshments.
UCS Presents: Suicide-The Ripple Effect October 4, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Manchester Community Library 138 Cemetery Ave., Manchester, VT, United States Join United Counseling Service of Bennington County for a showing of the documentary, Suicide: The Ripple Effect, created by global public speaker, author, and survivor, Kevin Hines. This event is a preview for Kevin’s upcoming presentation at Burr and Burton Academy on October 19, hosted by United Counseling Service. Free admission. Tickets recommended. Get free
An Evening with Kevin Hines October 19, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Riley Center for the Arts 57 Seminary Avenue, Manchester, VT, United States Join us for an evening with Kevin Hines as a part of our 65th Anniversary celebration. Kevin Hines is a best selling author, global public speaker, and award winning documentary filmmaker. In the Year 2000, Kevin attempted to take his life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Many factors contributed to his miraculous survival
Open Interviews for Head Start/Early Head Start of Bennington County October 24, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Spring Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States United Counseling Service (UCS) will hold Open Interviews for its Early Childhood Services (ECS) programs on Tuesday, October 24, from 3-5:30pm, at the Spring Center in Bennington, VT. Hiring managers will offer on the spot interviews for job seekers hoping to learn more about career opportunities at Head Start and Early Head Start of Bennington
Superhero 5K November 4, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Bennington Community Center 655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT, United States Online registration is now closed. Thank you for another great Superhero 5K! Be a Superhero! Join us on for the 6th annual UCS Superhero 5K and Kids’ Dash. Run, walk or roll on this 3.1 mile course that takes you through beautiful downtown Bennington. Costumes are encouraged and there will be prizes for top finishers
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training November 10, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Via Zoom Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build skills
Teens4Change Presents: Basket Bingo November 15, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Mount Anthony Union Middle School 747 East Road, Bennington, VT, United States Join the youth of United Counseling Service's Teens4Change program for a Basket Bingo fundraiser! Gift baskets filled with local items will be raffled off and food and drinks will be available for purchase. Doors open at 5:30pm and bingo starts at 6:30pm. Presale tickets are $10/ticket and tickets at the door are $13/ticket. Please contact
Adult Mental Health First Aid December 1, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Join the more than 2.6 million First Aiders who have chosen to be the difference in their community. Learn how to support your friends, family, and neighbors. Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. You’ll build skills
Holiday Craft Fair December 8, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm First Baptist Church 601 Main Street, Bennington, VT, United States The annual Holiday Craft Fair hosted by the Developmental Services Connections program returns on December 8, 2023, at the First Baptist Church in Bennington, VT. Clients of UCS’ Developmental Services division will host the event, and other local crafters, artists, and makers in the community are invited to attend as vendors. Shoppers can stop by