ADELPHOI VILLAGE, INC.
INTERN FLSA: Non Paid position
(Counselor Assistant - Treatment Programs)
Position Description
OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB:
The intern will observe and aid in work with delinquent and dependent youth in order to provide an environment that is safe for the youth and one which is conducive to treatment. Appropriate role-modeling is important as is helping the youth choose ways to meet their basic needs in order to promote their psychological, emotional, and physical growth.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB including the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Maintain confidentiality of youth in care.
2. Receive guidance in administrative duties and execute duties under supervision.
3. Follow all Department of Public Welfare, BDAP, OMHSAS, and other regulations.
4. Act as a role model for youth.
5. Participate in daily schedule.
6. Demonstrate proper documentation procedures.
7. Assist in supervision and participate with youth in educational, recreational, therapeutic, and daily living activities as part or in addition to the regular daily schedule.
OTHER DUTIES OF JOB
1. Attends staff meetings and trainings.
2. Oversee maintenance activities with youth such as the youth doing their laundry.
3. Make entries into daily journal.
4. Performs other job-related duties as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives some instruction and supervision from unit supervisor and counselors.
SUPERVISION GIVEN:
None
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Works indoors in adequate work space, lighting, temperatures and ventilation. (Tobacco-free environment).
2. Moderate exposure to noise, disruptions and stress.
3. Normal exposure to dust/dirt
4. Subject to occasionally working flexible hours as needed to meet the needs of the job.
5. Works in conditions of potential outbursts of disruptive behavior of youth.
6. Works in conditions with possible exposure to hazardous chemicals.
7. May work on holidays.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF JOB:
1. Must possess ability to record, convey and present information, explain procedures and follow instructions.
2. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods throughout the workday, with intermittent periods of sitting, occasionally bending, climbing stairs, stooping, twisting, and reaching as needed to carry out essential job duties.
3. Dexterity requirements range from simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hands; feet/legs; torso as necessary to carry out duties of job.
4. Sedentary work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of ten pounds.
5. Must be able to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.
6. Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Education/Training
1. Enrolled in senior year at accredited college or university
2. Must possess FBI, Act 33/34 clearances
3. Be at least 21 years of age
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Must be able to speak and understand the English language in an understandable manner in order to carry out essential functions of job.
2. Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Must be able to work under high level of strain due to nature of client's problems.
4. Must have good observational and analytical ability.
5. Must administer First Aid, subject to training.
I HAVE READ THE ABOVE POSITION DESCRIPTION AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THE REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH THEREIN. I CAN PERFORM THE DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE INTERN (RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS) AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY THEM. I WILL PERFORM ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITY.
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Signature of Intern or Intern Candidate Date
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Signature of Supervisor or Human Resources Representative Date
NOTE: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Adelphoi Village, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Adelphoi Village, Inc.
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