Launch Your Career in Behavioral Health!
Join Averte as a Direct Support Specialist | Bradford, VT
Turn what you’re learning in the classroom into real-world experience!
Are you pursuing a degree in Psychiatry, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Nursing, Counseling, Health Sciences, Human Services, or a related field? Build valuable, hands-on experience supporting adults with severe and persistent mental health conditions while developing skills that can help prepare you for your future career.
About the role:
As a Direct Support Specialist at Averte in Bradford, VT, you’ll work directly with adults living with severe and persistent mental health conditions, providing person-centered support as they build skills, pursue personal goals, and work toward greater independence and quality of life.
~ Support adults living with severe and persistent mental health conditions ~ Help individuals build life, coping & community skills
~ Encourage independence, confidence & progress toward personal goals ~ Build meaningful, supportive relationships
~ Create a safe, respectful & recovery-focused environment
Why This Role Is a Great Fit for Students:
~ Gain hands-on experience in a residential behavioral health setting.
~ Put what you’re learning in the classroom into practice in a real-world behavioral health setting ~ Develop valuable skills in communication, relationship-building, crisis prevention, medication administration & person-centered support.
~ Strengthen your resume and build a foundation for a career in psychiatry, psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, nursing, or human services.
~ Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on recovery, independence, and quality of life.
What We Offer:
~ Great benefits for full- & part-time employees — PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), weekly pay & more! Plus medical, dental, vision & elective insurance for full-time employees.
~ Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees — up to $4,000 per year + $500 for books!
~ $1,200 Hiring & Retention Bonus for full-time employees and $600 for part-time employees!
What We're Looking For:
~ Part-time and full-time evening and overnight shifts available, including weekends
~ Valid Driver's License and a driving record that is acceptable to our insurance company
~ Must Be at least 18 years old
About Averte
At Averte, our mission is to create hope, empower lives, and inspire communities. Every day, our team helps individuals living with mental health challenges build confidence, develop skills, work toward their goals, and create meaningful lives within their communities.
For more information, please contact Rebecca Courtright
at (712) 310-4126 or rebeccab@triviumlifeservices.org