"Me First" Not So For Counselors

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b ay BSS 3 e1maane ys + “Me First” Not So For Counselors (NAPSA)—Despite today’s “me first” society, there are still college graduates who want to make a difference. “We cantell if a counselor job applicant has a passion about our work,” said Malia Kekahuna, who hires counselors for Eckerd Youth Alternatives (EYA), a leading provider of services for troubled youths. “They want to have an impact on these kids. They change society one child at a time.” td v aaa. ea wl In today’s “me first” society, there are still some who want to makea difference. EYAhas several outdoor programs in eight states and is constantly looking for counselors with various majors. The programsinte- grate group and individual therapy, adventure, communication skills and a fully accredited educational component. Counselors have few expenses, so many save money while enjoying an outdoorlifestyle. Skills like patience and problem solving apply easily to any carr. “The rewards are immense,” Kekahuna said. “A connection with a child maylast a lifetime.” EYA is sking counselors in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Vermont, New Hampshire, Tenness, Rhode Island and Ohio. For more information, call 1-800-222- 1478 or s www.eckerdyouth.org.