Company Name: |
Eckerd Youth Alternatives |
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Web Site: |
www.eckerd.org |
Industry: |
Non-Profit |
Brief Company Overview: |
Eckerd Youth Alternatives is a private non-profit organization that serves over 9,500 at-risk youth each year. Since 1968, more than 70,000 youth have been helped through a range of 40 residential and community-based Eckerd programs: outdoor therapeutic treatment programs, juvenile justice programs, Re-Entry programs and early intervention and prevention services. EYA provides youth programs in nine states: FL, NC, GA, TN, VT, RI, NH, and LA. |
Majors they typically recruit: |
HHS, Social Science, Family Studies, Liberal Arts |
Do they offer internships: |
Yes |
Brief description of typical entry-level position: |
At Eckerd Youth Alternatives, we work everyday with a commitment to make a profound difference in the lives of troubled teens. As an Outdoor Youth Counselor, you will directly impact the lives of at-risk youth and brighten their futures just by your positive influence. Working with a group of 8 to 12 youth ages 10 to 17. You will ensure that group members are safe, engaged in productive behaviors, and developing effective problem-solving skills and useful life strategies. You?ll keep an eye on the living quarters, lead outdoor activities, supervise classroom and academic studies, involve your group in community service projects, and plan fun events like cookouts |