Counselor Jobs in Vermont
Across 30 live Counselor listings in Vermont, median advertised pay is $87K (75th percentile $120K), based on the 27 that state a salary; Vermont ranks 14th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Gotham Enterprises (8), Aspire Living & Learning (2), BAART Programs (2).
30+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 13, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 27 roles pay ~$87k median with 6.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
27 jobs · 14 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
27 jobs · 14 employersHigher = better work-life balance
Employment Counselor
Washington County Mental Health ServicesBarre, VT
Home Intervention Counselor
Washington County Mental Health ServicesBerlin, VT
Creative Arts Therapist II
Brattleboro RetreatBrattleboro, VT
Mental Health and Substance Use Counselor- School Based
Spectrum Youth and Family ServicesBurlington, VT
Low Barrier and Intake Counselor
Spectrum Youth and Family ServicesBurlington, VT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Behavior Therapist - Colchester
Aspire Living & LearningColchester, VT
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Counselor Pay in Vermont: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Vermont today, then Vermont against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 30
- Live median
- $87k
- 75th $120k · n=27
- 12-mo median
- $80k
- Pay rank
- #14 of 51
- Work-life
- 6.3/10 · #3
- 12-mo postings
- 66
Counselor roles in Vermont advertise $4k above the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs VT | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont (this page) | $80k | — | 6.3/10 | 66 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$20k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$16k | 5.6/10 | 205 |
| Alaska#3 | $96k | +$16k | 5.4/10 | 165 |
| Mississippi#4 | $90k | +$10k | 5.5/10 | 239 |
| New Hampshireborders | $85k | +$6k | 6.3/10 | 271 |
| Massachusettsborders | $73k | −$7k | 5.4/10 | 1437 |
| New Yorkborders | $69k | −$10k | 5.3/10 | 2153 |
“borders” = shares a border with Vermont; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 13, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Gotham Enterprises (8), Aspire Living & Learning (2), BAART Programs (2)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Counselor jobs in Vermont.
How much do counselors earn in Vermont?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of counselors. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid counselor jobs available?
Yes — about 30% of current counselors listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which counselor jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every counselor role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 10% with no on-call and 35% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Vermont right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Gotham Enterprises, Vermont State Colleges System, BAART Programs, WASHINGTON COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Vermont are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 30 counselors positions in Vermont listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Counselor Jobs in Vermont
Gotham Enterprises8 open roles here · WLB 96/100
BAART Programs2 open roles here · WLB 73/100Brattleboro Retreat2 open roles here · WLB 37/100
Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution2 open roles here · WLB 76/100- SSpectrum Youth and Family Services2 open roles here
- VVermont State Colleges System2 open roles here