Residential Counselor

We are currently hiring motivated, energetic and career-oriented individuals for all positions and invite you to attend to find out more about our community of over 500 faculty, spanning four states. If you’re looking to advance, change or launch your career, while making a difference in the lives of youth and families, struggling with behavioral and mental health issues, Mount Prospect Academy may be the place for you.

Position:Residential Counselor - New Pay Rate

Location: Bennington, VT

Job :3012

# of Openings:5

We’re Hiring:
Residential Counselors – Bennington, VT

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
• $1,000 Sign‑On Bonus
  (paid in two installments)
• 4‑Day Workweek
  – enjoy 3 days off!
• 4+ weeks PTO
  in your first year
• Paid training + internal career growth opportunities
• A team culture rooted in support, connection, and purpose

• Sunday: 9 AM–11 PM
• Monday: 1 PM–11 PM
• Tuesday: 3 PM–11 PM

• Thursday: 1 PM–11 PM
• Friday: 3 PM–11 PM
• Saturday: 9 AM–11 PM

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

• 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

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.

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.

We encourage you to apply — or stop by in person to learn more.

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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