SVHC Hosts Regional Job Fair

BENNINGTON, VT—September 20, 2022—All are invited to explore the possibilities of a new career with the region’s largest employers at Jobtoberfest. The event is scheduled for 1 – 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at the gymnasium of the former Southern Vermont College, 982 Mansion Drive in Bennington.

There are jobs available for people with all levels of education and skill, including students and those working full- or part-time elsewhere. Participating companies include Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC), Allaire Health/Center for Living and Rehabilitation, Mack Molding, and United Counseling Service.

“This is a celebration of the fall season and of everyone looking for a fulfilling career with one of our area’s great companies,” said Polly Cipperly, director of SVHC’s Human Resources Department. “We invite job seekers to come and see what we have to offer.”  

Attendees will enjoy giveaways and a large array of seasonal refreshments. Premium giveaways are available for those who complete a job application at the event. Applicants will also learn about company benefits and career advancement, including tuition assistance.

“These are jobs that support personal and professional success, contribute meaningfully to society, and make you feel proud of the work you do,” Cipperly said. “We want everyone to experience that sort of job satisfaction, and we are here and ready to show you the way.”

About SVHC:
Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) is a comprehensive, preeminent, healthcare system providing exceptional, convenient, and affordable care to the communities of Bennington and Windham Counties of Vermont, eastern Rensselaer and Washington Counties of New York, and northern Berkshire County in Massachusetts. SVHC includes Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center, the Center for Living and Rehabilitation, and the SVHC Foundation. SVMC includes 25 primary and specialty care practices.

Southwestern Vermont Health Care is among the most lauded small rural health systems in the nation. It is the recipient of the American Hospital Association’s 2020 Rural Hospital Leadership Award. In addition, SVMC ranked fourth nationwide for the value of care it provides by the Lown Institute Hospital Index in 2020 and is a five-time recipient of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence. The health system is fortunate to have the support of platinum-level corporate sponsor Mack, a leading supplier of contract manufacturing services and injection molded plastic parts based in Arlington, VT.

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center provides exceptional care without discriminating on the basis of an individual’s age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Language assistance services, free of charge, are available at 1-800-367-9559