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Male Counselor - Dominican Republic

Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic, Dominican Republic

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Job Description:

Counseling in the Caribbean!

All employees of New Horizons Youth Ministries must fully understand the focus of NHYM and be supportive of same prior to employment. The ideal candidate should possess a Masters Degree from an accredited four year university in counseling, social work, or a related field. Professional accreditation/licensing and professional organization membership is desired but not required. An initial two year commitment is also required.

This position demands good interpersonal and professional communication skills (written and verbal with proficiency in Microsoft Word) and ability to effectively present supportive information in group settings and to other entities. Primary responsibilities for this position will include counseling 12 to 15 teenagers/students during 50 min. weekly sessions and facilitating weekly group counseling sessions. All treatment plans (initial & reviews), social histories, assessments, psychological reviews, counseling notes, etc. will be completed as necessary. Participation in weekly or otherwise scheduled Case Conferences is required. As a student advocate, the counselor is expected to communicate ongoing concerns as well as insights of students to other members of the Treatment Team. All counselors are responsible directly to the Counseling Dept. Head and the Program Director.

The ability to work closely with others on a personal and professional level within a small Christian community located in the Dominican Republic is a must. Escuela Caribe’s community environment may require participation in other program activities, retreats and special events as requested.

New Horizons Youth Ministries does unique work with bright, under-achieving adolescents. Our combination of program locations and emphasis on a therapeutic Christian education places this ministry in a classification of its very own. At each of our locations our mission is to provide an environment where students are kept from the negative pressures of the world and given a chance to get on their feet physically, emotionally, and spiritually. We do this by providing a structured environment where warm, redemptive relationships can be built with our staff. We have a strong emphasis on teaching teamwork, responsibility, and respect for authority. It is imperative that our staff members have the ability to role model Christ-like character to our students.

If you are interested in considering employment with our ministry, I invite you to completely fill out the application found on our website www.nhym.org and send to Vern Brummel's attention. You may send it by mail, email or fax. Receiving your application will begin the hiring process. You may also email vern_brummel@nhym.org or call 800-333-4009 ext. 106. We would be more than happy to help answer any of your questions. We appreciate you taking time to consider employment with us and wish you God’s blessings as you seek Him for direction.