What are the responsibilities and job description for the York County Prep Program Counselor position at Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries?
Diakon is one of the premier employers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. We are a non-profit organization which includes Diakon Child, Family, and Community Ministries and Diakon Affordable Housing.
General Responsibilities :
- Responsible for developing, instructing, coordinating, and supervising programs for youth enrolled in Day and Evening Programming including life space counseling & management.
- Assumes the responsibility of being a counselor / mentor to assigned youth; assists youth with accomplishing personal goals and developing a better sense of personal well being.
- Prepares a written summary of applicable work.
Education / Training : A high school diploma or equivalent; Bachelors degree in human services preferred. Experience : A minimum of one (1) year of 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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