Student Activities Specialist (Center Point)

Student Activities Specialist (Center Point) DCFCM • Diakon Youth Services Boiling Springs, PA Outdoor Therapy with "At Risk" Youth Full Time, Varied

Hours/Pay Period:

75 Req # 10345 Diakon is one of the premier employers in Pennsylvania and Maryland. We are a non-profit organization which includes Diakon Child, Family, and Community Ministries and Diakon Affordable Housing.

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for assisting to facilitating the day-to-day operations of the Center Point Day Program, ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive environment for students. Facilitating daily routines, facilitating mentorship activities such as competency development and vocational programming, and supporting students through various programming and routine tasks. Assists with supervision of daily operations including student check-ins, lunch periods, classroom transitions, and hallway monitoring. Mentors students by providing guidance and support to help them develop independence, responsibility, and positive behavioral habits.

Education/Training:

 High school diploma/GED with 30 college credit hours;

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field.

Experience:

 A minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in behavioral health, addictions treatment and/or juvenile justice required.

ADA:

Ability to walk climb and otherwise maneuver in a rustic wilderness setting; ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.; visual and auditory skills; valid driver's license.

Compensation and Benefits:

Diakon offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Day 1 Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. Tuition Assistance - up to $15,000 annually Paid Time Off 401(k) plan with employer match Voluntary short-term disability Long-term disability Life insurance Referral bonuses of up to $3,000. Staff receive excellent training through a comprehensive paid general orientation including customer service training. We offer continuing training and education, provide the ability for career advancement, and host staff appreciation and special events. Diakon also maintains a discretionary emergency fund, which can be of assistance to staff members during critical times. In addition, Diakon offers a Love of Thy Neighbor Fund, which provides a per-day living expense and matches up to five PTO days for approved service or mission trips with other nonprofit organizations. Diakon is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/VETS/Disabled