Position: FT- Life Skills Counselor ($21.60hr to $23hr)

Location: Bethlehem

Summary:

The Life Skills Counselor is responsible for client supervision and guidance, case management, individual and/or group life skills counseling, and all aspects of day-to-day program functions, which may include community relations issues and liaison related contacts. This also includes generating goal plans with youth, tracking their accomplishments, submitting all required county, state and federal documentation as well as maintaining all documents related to the client records. The Life Skills Counselor will have a caseload as well as provide transportation and programmatic support. The Life Skills Counselor is under the authority of the Senior Vice President of Programs and the Associate Director of AAI/SWAN and reports directly to the Program Supervisor.

• An extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
• Competitive compensation package with paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits.
• Enroll in our 401(k)-retirement plan and enjoy a company match to secure your financial future.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Take advantage of our pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA).
• Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth.

Essential Functions of the Life Skills Counselor:

• Successfully engage youth/client in developing and implementing their individual goal and/or transition plan using positive youth development, trauma-informed and culturally appropriate frameworks.
• To provide 17 hours per week of direct service to program youth.Ensure up-to-date paper & electronic client records in compliance with program, county, state and federal regulations and private grant requirements as applicable.
• Facilitate life skills/experiential groups, as assigned, that are educational, restorative, creative, and interactive. When not facilitating, perform supportive responsibilities as a role model and to provide a safe learning environment.

Minimal Qualifications for the Life Skills Counselor:

• Bachelor's Degree or related work experience.
• At least one year working with teens and/or families.

Physical Requirements of the Life Skills Counselor:

• Moving from one worksite to another and driving to see multiple youth in a day requiring getting in and out of a vehicle (This includes entering and exiting the vehicle safely, which may involve bending, twisting, and stepping):   X Often
• Light work that includes lifting and carrying objects up to 20 pounds - ability to lift and carry any necessary equipment or materials to and from the vehicle and clients' apartments:   X Often
• Ability to walk and climb stairs - Visiting clients' homes, placements, and apartments may require walking and navigating stairs, so individuals should be capable of doing so comfortably and safely :   X Often
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing:   X Occasionally

**If eligible: Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k -6% match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition reimbursement, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.

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