Counselor Position Available In Bibb, Georgia

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Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location Minden, LA
Job Type
Unclassified
Job Number

DMA-064-2025

Department
Gov-Department of Military Affairs
Opening Date
06/18/2025
Closing Date
7/2/2025 11:59 PM Central

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
About this Job

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 064-2025 BENEFITS

OPENING DATE:

June 18, 2025

Retirement:

LASERS

CLOSING DATE:

July 2, 2025

Insurance:

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Paid Holidays:

10 plus proclaimed
•

SALARY:

Annual Leave:

96 hours per year with tenure increases
ME-415 $46,842 – $56,221

Sick Leave:

96 hours per year with tenure increases
•Salary indicates typical starting range. Level will be determined by qualifications.

JOB TYPE

Unclassified• Current Classified employees must give up their designation to accept this position.

Department Mission:

Intervene in and reclaim the lives of 16-to-18-year-old at-risk youth, producing program graduates with the values, life skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as productive Louisiana citizens.

WHO WE ARE

YCP is a voluntary program that target youth who are at risk of not completing high school. We provide an environment for youth so they may focus on completing academic goals while enhancing personal strengths and resiliency. Our program provides a structured environment and teaches discipline, self-control and motivation. We develop the whole person by focusing on 8 core components that support each cadet’s personal development: academic excellence, life coping skills, job skills training, responsible citizenship, leader/followership, health & hygiene, physical fitness and service to community.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Provide mental health and career counseling to candidates/cadets during the residential phase of the program. Participate in interviews and selection process of applicants. Participate in the in-processing of candidates on the first day of the program (sign-in, bag check, paperwork, medical files, etc.). Prepare a special needs list for all department heads. Counsel an average of five Cadets, five days a week. Keep complete records on each Cadet in their assigned teams. Facilitate two, seven week focus groups (Anger Management, Substance Abuse, Grief, Female Issues). Teach Guidance Classes (Conflict Resolution, Stress Management, Goal Setting, Career Exploration, Career Planning). Assist in the development of the Cadets Post Residential Action Plan (PRAP). Participate in Quad Meetings throughout the cycle with the Cadets Teacher, Cadre and Case Manager. Refer Cadets to the program’s contracted medical psychologist and write thorough psychosocial reports. One Counselor will be on-call at all times for after hours and weekend emergencies. Assist in the planning, organization and implementation of all counseling department activities, such as the following: ACT Testing, COMPASS Testing, Career Fair, Graduation Dance, etc. Coordinate passes for the Cadets (Medical, Funeral, etc.). Coordinate the out-processing of Cadets who have been dropped from the program. Attend Family Day to meet and greet parents and to address any issues that may arise throughout the day. Attend weekly department staff meetings. Attend professional workshops and seminars. All licensed Counselors and Social Workers are required to receive a set amount of CEUs annually. Keep the Lead Counselor abreast of pertinent issues/situations involving Cadets, Cadets’ family or staff. Responsible for communications with parents regarding disciplinary issues, barracks issues and other issues as they arise. Attend and support the graduation ceremony as needed. Responsible for requesting leave and compensatory time in a timely manner. Report any accidents to Lead Counselor. Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Required – Master’s Degree in School or