Job detail
Direct Support Professional - Respite
United Counseling Service of Bennington County Inc
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/14/2026
Location
Bennington, Vermont
Salary
$19 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The direct support professional provides recreational activities and supervision to children with mental health needs to support their independence and community inclusion. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation and acting as a liaison for the child's treatment team.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience working with children and youth. A valid driver's license is required, and relevant experience in the human services field is preferred.
high schoolTeamworkCommunicationMentoringOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsCustomer serviceAttention to detailRecord keepingTime managementCrisis interventionCase managementClinical documentation
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Competitive pay
- Employer paid life insurance
- Career development opportunities
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Employer paid short term disability insurance
- Employer paid long term disability insurance
- Free clinical supervision towards licensure
- Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
- Award winning worksite wellness program