What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Residential Counselor position at Mount Prospect Academy?
Overnight Youth Counselor – Join VPI & Make a Difference! Interview Today!
Location: Bennington, VT
Schedule: 4 nights week | Overnight shifts
Employment: Full-Time & Part-Time
Pay: Salary: Starting at $17hour and up based on experience plus Excellent Benefits!
Join Our Mission
At VPI, we create safe, supportive environments for youth and families. Every team member plays a vital role in shaping brighter futures. If you’re passionate about
helping others and want a career that truly matters, this is your chance.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
You’ll ensure the safety and well-being of youth during overnight hours. This awake position requires vigilance, compassion, and strong organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
We are also hiring full-time, evening residential youth counselor.
Vermont Permanency Initiative is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
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Location: Bennington, VT
Schedule: 4 nights week | Overnight shifts
Employment: Full-Time & Part-Time
Pay: Salary: Starting at $17hour and up based on experience plus Excellent Benefits!
Join Our Mission
At VPI, we create safe, supportive environments for youth and families. Every team member plays a vital role in shaping brighter futures. If you’re passionate about
helping others and want a career that truly matters, this is your chance.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Be part of a mission-driven team making a real impact
- Paid training and professional growth opportunities in Human Services
- Generous benefits, including:
- Up to 4 weeks PTO in your first year
- Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
- Supportive team culture
- Opportunities for advancement
- Gym access
You’ll ensure the safety and well-being of youth during overnight hours. This awake position requires vigilance, compassion, and strong organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Follow nightly instructions from the building supervisor
- Conduct regular room checks (every 10 minutes)
- Provide comfort and support to youth who are awake
- Maintain building security
- Complete shift documentation, light cleaning, laundry, and other duties
- Respond to emergencies and follow safety procedures
- Communicate promptly with the Night Awake Supervisor
- Uphold confidentiality and company policies
- High School Diploma or GED
- Age 21
- Prefer 2 years’ experience working with youth (camp counselor, coach, babysitting, etc.)
- Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to stay awake and alert throughout the shift
We are also hiring full-time, evening residential youth counselor.
Vermont Permanency Initiative is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
#IDVPI
Tag - Residential Youth Counselors, Youth Counselors, Direct Care Professionals, Direct Care Workers, Youth Mentor, Youth Worker, Behavioral Health Professionals, Mental Health Counselors, Youth Specialist, Awake/Overnight Residential, Youth Counselor, Residential Community Youth Leader, Camp Counselor, Residential Aide