What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Alternative Program Counselor position at Diakon?
Diakon is one of the premier employers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. We are a non-profit organization which includes Diakon Affordable Housing and Diakon Child, Family, and Community Ministries.
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.
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.
Compensation and Benefits:
Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Day 1 Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Tuition Assistance – up to $15,000 annually
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Voluntary short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Referral bonuses of up to $3,000.
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
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Weekends only
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15,000
