Chittenden Community Action, a program of the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) is growing! We have an immediate opening for a Community Services Worker (CSW)/Home Energy Assistance position. The CSW will provide emergency home energy assistance and/or direct services to households in crisis in the Champlain Valley. This includes the determination of eligibility for LIHEAP Crisis or Emergency Fuel Assistance, WARMTH, FEMA and/or other available funding sources. The CSW will advocate or refer low-income households as appropriate regarding fuel assistance and other related services.

Rate of pay: $23.65 per hour

Please review our full job description here: CSW Home Energy Assistance 

Successful applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a related human services field, such as Social Work or Psychology, or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience. Two years of supervised social work experience providing direct services to individuals is preferred. Candidates must possess strong verbal and written communication skills - bilingual abilities are plus! Additional qualifications include excellent organizational, administrative, and office management skills, along with a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.

 When you come to work for CVOEO you're getting so much more than a paycheck! We offer a great working environment and an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous time off, a retirement plan and discounted gym membership.

Interested in working with us? Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application. We are an inclusive organization that embraces all people. CVOEO is interested in candidates who can contribute to our organizational and community inclusion. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further the goal of inclusion at the organizational and community level. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until suitable applicants are found. We’re one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Vermont! Join us to find out why!