United Counseling Service

05/12/2026

Free Day-Use Entry to Vermont State Parks for Eligible Vermonters Again in 2026! view flyer or link for more details.
https://www.vermontparksforever.org/paf-pilot

05/11/2026

Webinar tomorrow! Keeping Your Family & Friends Safe Around Water

Sponsored by the Safe Kids Vermont and partners Water Safety Action Committee.

Tuesday, May 12th with Julia Sarrasin, Vermont Department of Health

Julia will focus on how to choose safe swimsuits & life jackets, including which swimsuit colors improve visibility, how to select the right life jacket size for children, and an overview of different personal flotation device types with clear information to address common misconceptions.

Register at https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=iuTXuTpvJUqbyMipLmR4QOBLRI6wozVKpSH0ZtDzYxtUOVUwNTZLUjVWSjBBNkdNMFhXQ1EzUTlHTS4u&route=shorturl to receive a link to join the webinar

05/11/2026

Thank you to Chip and Judy Siler, President and Vice President of NAMI Vermont for bringing their NAMI Family Voices presentation to our 100 Ledge Hill Drive location in Bennington to share their stories of supporting family members living with mental illness. Thank you also to all who attended this special event. After sharing their personal stories, Chip and Judy gave an informative presentation on the variety of programs offered by NAMI VT, including its signature Family to Family support group, Connection recovery support group, presentations such as Family Voices and Ending the Silence, and specialized classes for family members, healthcare providers, and everThank you to Chip and Judy Siler, President and Vice President of the for bringing their NAMI Family Voices presentation to our 100 Ledge Hill Drive location in Bennington to share their stories of supporting family members living with mental illness. Thank you also to all who attended this special event. After sharing their personal stories, Chip and Judy gave an informative presentation on the variety of programs offered by NAMI VT, including its signature Family to Family support group, Connection recovery support group, presentations such as Family Voices and Ending the Silence, and specialized classes for family members, healthcare providers, and everyone.

Chip and Judy will give another NAMI Family Voices presentation on Tuesday, May 19, from 1:30-3pm at the Spring Center (655 Gage Street, Bennington). Please learn more and sign up at ucsvt.org/events. We hope to see you there!

05/09/2026

Parents and caregivers are often the first to notice when something feels different. Changes in mood, sleep, appetite or behavior may signal a young person needs support.

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/helping-your-child

05/08/2026

Registration is open for our UCS Superhero 5K and Kids' Dash! Signups for the Kids' Dash are always free. Registration pricing increases after September 30, register by October 1 to be guaranteed a custom UCS Superhero 5K and Kids’ Dash beanie!

Find more information and register at https://www.ucsvt.org/event/9th-annual-ucs-superhero-5k-and-kids-dash/

05/08/2026

We’re hiring! Come check us out at the Spring Job Fest in Bennington on May 14.
You can preregister for the event here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=O5O0IK26PEOcAnDtzHVZxtjxt2YiiOVMikjH762-0IJUQ1hIRjdZSzRLMzQyQUFLOUtHOUlQN0NIMy4u,
or show up and say hi!
Either way, we’ll be happy to see you!

Can’t make the event? Visit our career site or call (802) 442-5491 to learn more. ucsvt.org/careers

05/08/2026

Q***r Connect is offering another year of scholarship for local graduating seniors. This year the scholarship is in loving memory of Brenda Churchill who was committed to supporting LGBQTIA+ Vermonters. We honor her legacy, so please share this opportunity with the youth in your life!

For more information, head to our website: https://queerconnectbennington.com/scholarship/

Due May 24!

05/07/2026

Our most recent staff spotlight is Sarah Lipinksi! As Controller at UCS, she ensures the accounting, billing and Human Resources systems work together efficiently to serve staff who rely on these resources for their daily work. She also oversees the billing team, a crucial part of the agency responsible for ensuring accurate and timely issuance and payment of client bills.

Learn more about Sarah at the link below:

Sarah Lipinski, Controller, is United Counseling Service of Bennington County's May Staff Spotlight feature.

05/06/2026

Join us this evening for NAMI Family Voices at 100 Ledge Hill Drive in Bennington at 3:30PM for an event featuring stories told in-person by Chip and Judy Siler (President and Vice President of National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) VT) about supporting family members living with mental health conditions.

Learn more and to RSVP Here:
https://www.ucsvt.org/event/nami-family-voices-hosted-by-ucs/

05/05/2026

Join Bennington County Head Start-Early Head Start for an open enrollment event at out Spring Campus (655 Gage St, Bennington) on Thursday, May 7, from 3:30-5:30pm. We are now enrolling for summer and fall, ages 6 weeks to 5 years. To determine eligibility, please bring one of the following: a 3Squares/VT SNAP card, recent paystubs, or a tax return.

05/05/2026

If you’re passionate about making a difference and supporting others in meaningful ways, check out these open positions at UCS!

Direct Support Professional (DSP)
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3999936

Outpatient Clinician
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/4000757

Join a team that’s committed to strengthening our community every day.

Why join UCS?Since 1958, United Counseling Service (UCS) has been dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals and families in our community. Through a wide range of programs, services, and educational opportunities, we strive to meet the diverse needs of those we serve. Our te...