Youth Counselor

Title: Youth Counselor

Location: United States

Part time

job requisition id

REQ_0000069634

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Hazleton Continuing Education is seeking applicants to serve as a Counselor for various youth programs on Penn State Hazleton's Campus. 

The Youth Counselor’s primary task is to assist the Instructor with daily functions to ensure that each participant is provided a quality and enjoyable learning experience. The Youth Counselor will report to the Interim Regional Lead for Continuing Education at Penn State Scranton and staff as designated at the Penn State Hazleton Campus. 

Youth Counselor responsibilities include:

• Being attentive to participants safety;

• Being available to provide assistance in the classroom;

• Providing feedback. 

This position requires participation in Mandated Reporter Training and successful background checks prior to the first day of the program including the Child Abuse Training Certificate. 

Position pays $13/hour. Must be at least 18 years old. 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.