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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