Bridging the Gap (BTG) Counselor

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory • Springfield, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army’s Springfield Corps. is hiring a Bridging the Gap Counselor. This role will assist the BTG Coordinator with the Bridging the Gap program, working with teens from diverse backgrounds. The position is part-time, 15 hours per week, with specific hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1pm to 6pm. The pay range is $18.00 - $25.00 per hour, with starting pay varying based on experience and qualifications. The Salvation Army is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• A college student, preferably a college graduate
• A minimum of 1 year experience working with young adults
• Must be knowledgeable about outside referral services
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work with disadvantage youth is a definite plus

Responsibilities

• Help plan and assist Bridging the Gap Curriculum
• Review lesson plans and offer input
• Attend weekly staff meetings
• Attend at least one group per week as an observer
• Discuss each participant’s progress with BTG Coordinator and interns
• Maintain a document of all participant’s addresses
• Advocate for participants where necessary
• Talk to participants as required/needed
• Handle and teach teens at Bridging the Gap with varying personal backgrounds
• Attend training sessions as required
• Coordinate with area colleges and graduate programs to recruit interns and volunteers
• Represent The Salvation Army’s social mission in the Bridging the Gap program
• Refer persons with spiritual needs to The Salvation Army Corps Officer
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment and consistently works 20+ hours/week)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including: Voluntary Term Life & AD&D benefits, AFLAC Insurance
• A job with a good purpose

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level