Human Resources Benefits Manager
Washington County Mental Health Services
- Barre, VT
- $80,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
NOTICE OF OPEN POSITION
Human Resources Benefits Manager
August 2025For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”POSITION: WCMHS is seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Benefits Manager to lead and manage all aspects of benefits administration, leave coordination, and safety programs within the Human Resources team. This highly responsible and independent role supports day-to-day, periodic, and annual activities related to employee benefits, retirement plans, wellness and safety initiatives, and compliance reporting.As a key member of the HR management team, the HR Benefits Manager plays a vital role in ensuring plan compliance; creating and maintaining organized, efficient benefits, leave, and safety administration systems; and delivering clear, inclusive, and accessible employee communications and education. This role also leads our Agency Safety Committee and supports a culture of health, safety, and inclusion across the organization.QUALIFICATIONS:Education and experience requirements for this position include:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in core human resources functions, with emphasis on benefits and/or payroll administration.
- Experience managing administrative projects.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred, ideally in nonprofit and/or healthcare settings.
- In-depth knowledge of benefits plans and HR compliance.
- Proficiency with HR/payroll systems and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Outlook).
- Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to inclusion and clear communication.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, dynamic environment.