Massachusetts Veterans Jobs

The Salvation Armys Springfield Corps is hiring a Program Counselor to work Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. QUALIFiCATIONS A college student, preferably a college graduate with an associate degree working towards a bachelor?s degree Experience in social work, psychology, interpersonal communication, or crisis/personal counseling preferred Must be at least 21 years old Must be able to operate office equipment Must be able to effectively communicate, verbal and written Must be able to work independently, have confidence and be able to handle pressure Must be able to make decision that will ultimately affect people?s lives Job description: To assist the BTG Coordinator with the Bridging the Gap program a) Help plan and assist Bridging the Gap Curriculum b) Review lesson plans and offer input c) Attend weekly staff meetings d) Attend at least one group per week as an observer e) Discuss each participant?s progress with BTG Coordinator and interns f) Maintain a document of all participant?s addresses g) Advocate for participants where necessary. h) Talk to participants as required/needed i) Handle and teach teens at Bridging the Gap with varying personal backgrounds j) Attend training sessions as required k) Coordinate with area colleges and graduate programs to recruit interns and volunteers. l) Represent The Salvation Army?s social mission in the Bridging the Gap program m) Refer persons with spiritual needs to The Salvation Army Corps Officer n) Perform other related tasks as assigned by supervisor Job Type: Part-time Pay: \$20.00 per hour Work setting: In-person