What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Skills Counselor position at Valley Youth House?
Posting: FT - Life Skills Counselor (AAI) ($19hr - $21.50hr)
Location: Bethlehem
The Organization:
Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. VYH works from a Trauma Informed / Healing centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development and cultural awareness into all aspects of our agency. We want our clients and staff to feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and be empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.
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.
- Work with youth one-on-one and in group settings to increase their life skills and independence in the following domain areas: Permanency, Education, Employment, Housing, and Daily Living Skills.
- Participate in activities and groups with the youth in office and community settings which may focus on life skills development, wellness, and/or cultural engagement.
Qualifications of the Life Skills Counselor:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred or related work experience equivalent.
- At least one year working with teens and/or families.
- Must possess valid driver's license and personal vehicle to travel to/from sessions with youth/clients and transport clients when needed.
Physical Requirements of the Life Skills Counselor:
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. X Occasionally
- Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. X Occasionally
- Moving from one worksite to another X Occasionally
Why Should You Apply?
- Excellent Training and Development opportunities
- Health and Wellness programs
- Remote opportunities
- Mileage compensation
You will be entitled to 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.
Salary : $19 - $22