After School Counselor
Position Summary
Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Youth and Family Development, direct all aspects of the After School Program, execute the daily curriculum and provide a program to foster children’s social, physical, spiritual and mental growth. Responsible for programming a stimulating and safe environment for children in the program.
Qualifications
Understands the YMCA mission and Character Development Values.
Knowledge of children and their behavior and a genuine desire to work with them.
Experience working with children.
Ability to build good relationship/communication skills with adults and children.
Certifications: CPR and First Aid within 30 days of hire.
Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
Strong communication and judgment skills.
Bring to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with families.
Knowledge of YMCA rules, regulations and policies.
Must be 17 years of age.
Possess knowledge of age appropriate activities and expectations of children ages 5 – 12 yrs.
Being able to sit, stand and bend to perform appropriate tasks.
Be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
Must be able to move at an appropriate pace to respond in emergency situations.
Ability to move around the room to assist children and supervise them with daily activities, social interaction, physical and emotional needs.
Ability to interact and participate in gross motor activities with the children.
Essential Functions
Assist the Director of Youth and Family Development in providing a quality curriculum in the after school program that takes in consideration the needs of each child and the goals and objectives of the YMCA.
Assist with weekly lesson planning and implementation.
Be responsible for daily record keeping, fee collecting or notification, and participant adherence to all requirements.
Attend all departmental meetings, and other YMCA mandated meetings/trainings.
Direct or assist in the daily maintenance of the physical environment, including organization and sanitation at the end of each shift.
Attend parent conferences or parent-child events that are related to the program.
Continue professional development through community involvement, reading and further education.
Exhibit Character development/asset building as a goal in all activities.
Acquire accurate documentation of attendance, absentees and emergency information on each child.
Know the emergency procedures, rules and regulations.
Maintain positive and professional communication with parents.
Provides a quality experience for everyone, including but not limited to Health Seekers, Members, Participants, Internal Customers, Fellow Staff Members, Vendors, and others.
Treat everyone with respect and consideration; displays integrity; listens actively and genuinely; communicates in a clear and pleasant manner; embraces differences among people; demonstrates an active willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive criticism; works cooperatively as a team member.
Assist in the preparation and distribution of snacks.
Assist in the set up and tear down of the After School program area.
Provide a positive, safe and nurturing environment for the children in the After School Program.
Never leave a child alone.
Greets everyone by using names whenever possible and makes relationship building a number one priority.
Be able to use sound judgement when making complex decisions.
Benefits
Free YMCA adult membership
Free nursery services
Free group exercise classes
How to Apply
Fill out employment application and return to the Welcome Desk.