2026-2027 School Year Before and After School Counselors

About the role

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) serves upwards of 30,000 individuals across seven locations in three counties. GSCY empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from—and is committed to being an inclusive organization that addresses social inequities.

This position is for Counselors in the Before and After school programs at Hillsborough YMCA in Hillsborough, New Jersey. We are looking for cause-driven leaders who share our commitment to nurture and support children, promote youth development, and foster a sense of social responsibility. This job is fully on-site, not remote.

Responsibilities

• Assists with implementation of a varied and challenging program of activities for children, including Homework Time, Enrichment Activities, Organized Physical Activities, Free Play, and Snack Time.
• Assists Site Supervisor with supervision of all children on the site.
• Builds relationships with children and families by greeting them positively every day.
• Maintains discipline with children during all activities under the guidance of the GSC YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Assists the Site Supervisor with motivating and encouraging all children to participate in program activities.
• Provides a safe environment for children and follows all required safety procedures in case of emergency.
• Assists the Site Supervisor in developing an attractive, organized, clean, and stimulating space:
  • Cleans and disinfects all equipment as per state requirements (daily or weekly).
  • Maintains site/room, equipment, and materials in an orderly and safe manner.
  • Sets up the site/room in advance of children's arrival and cleans up after children's departure.
• Keeps Site Supervisor apprised of situations requiring their attention as it relates to children's behavior.

Requirements

• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or be a Senior in High School.
• Must have experience working with children in a structured group setting.
• Must have the ability to learn and think quickly to solve child-to-child situations.
• Good communication skills and ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.

Benefits

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs, "Y Retirement Fund," from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.