Residential Youth Counselor - New Pay Rate

Vermont Permanency Initiative

Vermont

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Crisis Intervention, Diversity, Driver's License, Mentoring, Regulations
LOCATION
Vermont
POSTED
7 days ago
Now Hiring: Residential Youth Counselors – Bennington, VT
$18.50 - $21hr | 4‑Day Workweek | Top-Tier Benefits | Career Growth & Opportunity
Vermont Permanency Initiative (VPI) is hiring Residential Counselors for our Bennington, VT program to provide support and mentorship to youth in a therapeutic residential environment.
If you want a career where you can change lives, work with youths, have fun, grow your career, a fantastic schedule and get paid well doing it, VPI is a perfect match.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive Pay: $18.50–$21hr
  • 4‑Day Workweek – enjoy 3 days off!
  • Top‑tier benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement
  • 4+ weeks PTO in your first year
  • Paid training + internal career growth opportunities
  • A team culture rooted in support, connection, and purpose
 
Full-Time Schedules Available:
Front Half (Sun–Wed):
  • Sunday: 9 AM–11 PM
  • Monday: 1 PM–11 PM
  • Tuesday: 3 PM–11 PM
  • Wednesday: 3 PM–11 PM
Back Half (Wed–Sat):
  • Wednesday: 3 PM–11 PM
  • Thursday: 1 PM–11 PM
  • Friday: 3 PM–11 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM–11 PM
 
What You’ll Do:
As a Residential Counselor, you’ll:
  • Provide supervision, structure, and positive role modeling
  • Support youth in building life skills, communication, and emotional regulation
  • Assist with daily routines, behavioral support, and crisis intervention
  • Engage youth in recreational, educational, and social activities
  • Work collaboratively in a trauma‑informed, team‑based environment
 
What You Need:
  • HS diploma or GED (college preferred)
  • Experience working with youth or relevant Human Services coursework
  • Must be 21+
  • Driver’s license preferred
  • CPR preferred
  • Ability to pass background and pre‑employment checks
 
Why Bennington, VT?
Bennington offers a welcoming community with mountain views, outdoor recreation, local dining, arts, and easy access to NH, MA, and NY. A wonderful place to work — and live.
Apply Today — Walk‑Ins Welcome!
If you want a job where you can change lives, work with youths, have fun, grow your career, a fantastic schedule and get paid well doing it, VPI is a perfect match.
Apply today: http://www.mountprospectacademy.org
Full job description will be provided at the time of interview.
Join the Vermont Permanency Initiative family — where your work truly matters.
Vermont Permanency Initiative is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
 
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Vermont Permanency Initiative