Bridging the Gap (BTG) Counselor

The Salvation Army • Springfield, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army’s Springfield Corps. is hiring a Bridging the Gap Counselor to assist the BTG Coordinator with the Bridging the Gap program. This is a part-time position requiring 15 hours per week, with specific hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1pm to 6pm. The role involves assisting with curriculum planning, observing and discussing participant progress, maintaining participant records, advocating for participants, and working with teens from diverse backgrounds. The position also includes coordinating with colleges for interns and volunteers, representing The Salvation Army's social mission, and referring individuals with spiritual needs to the Corps Officer.

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
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees