What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor I position at Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries?
Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries is one of the premier employers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. We are a non-profit organization which includes Diakon Senior Living Services and Diakon Child, Family, and Community Ministries. Weekend Alternative Program : weekend hours
General Responsibilities :
- Responsible for providing life space management and counseling to adolescents as well as performing a number of duties to develop, coordinate, instruct, and supervise program activities.
- Conducts individual and / or group counseling sessions.
- Adheres to the stated practices and guidelines for treatment meetings, reviews, and counseling sessions.
- Childline & DHS FBI clearance results required prior to beginning employment.
Education / Training : High School diploma or equivalent required. A Bachelors degree in human services preferred. Experience : A minimum of one (1) year experience in related positions normally required. ADA : Ability to sit, stand, lift, bend, reach, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 lbs.; visual and auditory skills.
Staff receive excellent training through a comprehensive paid general orientation including customer service training. We offer continuing training and education, provide the ability for career advancement, and host staff appreciation and special events. Diakon also maintains a discretionary emergency fund , which can be of assistance to staff members during critical times. In addition, Diakon offers a Love of Thy Neighbor Fund , which provides a per-day living expense and matches up to five PTO days for approved service or mission trips with other nonprofit organizations.
Diakon is an equal opportunity employer.
EOE / M / F / VETS / Disabled
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