Counselor I

State of Oklahoma • Pryor - 501 S Elliot Street, OK

21h • $45,000 - $45,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for conducting individual and group counseling sessions for the program youth and prepares students to transition to placement immediately following completion of the program. Also provides classroom instruction of job skills and life coping skills curriculum.

Requirements

• Ability to handle confidential information; exercise sound judgment in interpreting and applying rules or policy.
• Internet and computer skills for program database entry.
• BA/BS in counseling, education or related field required.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
• Contingent on a favorable background check
• Contingent on passing a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• T1/CNACI security clearance (Eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. Citizens)
• Serves a 12-month trial period
• Contingent on receiving continuous federal funding

Nice To Haves

• Masters and Licensure (LPC/LBP) preferred
• LPC/LBP preferred

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of the Lead counselor, conduct individual, group and crisis counseling to positively affect retention of cadets and to identify their life/career goals. Provides daily feedback on cadets progress to supervisor.
• Provide individual counseling and group guidance in the areas of life coping skills, drug and alcohol education, character education, as well as individual/personal issues.
• Assist with retention of cadets as needed
• Coordinate and schedule guest speakers and field trips appropriate to counseling group subject matter
• Attend educational, institutional and department meetings and trainings as required

Benefits

• percentage of matching contributions to employees’ retirement plans
• 11 holidays
• a minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year
• a benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents

What This Job Offers

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