After School Counselor I (Judson Community Center)

About the role

The YMCA of Greenville is seeking an After School Counselor I to provide a safe and enriching environment for children aged 5-12. Responsibilities include planning and implementing age-appropriate activities, adhering to DSS and COA guidelines, and ensuring the safety and well-being of children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times.
• Build and maintain order and enthusiasm in a group.
• Develop and implement lesson plans for program times utilizing risk management guidelines, developmental characteristics, variety, creativity and academic enriched activities.
• Maintain equipment and facilities, and use only in an appropriate manner.
• Report all program changes to Site Coordinator, Youth Program Director, or Executive Director.
• Prepare for program responsibilities as assigned including lesson plans, devotions, group activities, Family Events and water activities.
• Absorb and attend to School’s Out Days, Holiday Camp, Parents Night Out and Special Events as required.
• Attend and complete 15 hours of approved South Carolina DSS Training annually.
• Attend quarterly YMCA of Greenville Training events.
• Create an environment that promotes belonging, achievement and relationships.
• Adhere to all program rules as outlined in the Staff Manual, Personnel Policy and Code of Conduct and Risk Management Manual and any other program specific guidelines.
• Maintain program standards at all times in regards to Quality Check Standards and Licensing Regulations.

Requirements

• Able to drive a 14 passenger bus, if over 21 years of age with a valid driver’s license.
• Able to participate in the YMCA’s annual support scholarship campaign.
• Maintain positive relations at all times with members, participants and co-workers.
• Attend all required staff trainings and meetings, to include New Staff Orientation, and CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, and Child Abuse prevention within the first 30 days of hire date.
• Aid in maintaining accurate records at all times to include Attendance Rosters Daily (Arrivals and Dismissal), Medication Logs, First Aid Logs, Discipline Reports, Incident Reports, Field Trip Rosters, Closing Checklist.
• Aid in all areas of the branch and association operations as requested by management.
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years old.
• Minimum of 2 seasons of experience or years working with youth.
• Ability to be a good role model and adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
• Preferred minimum of 6 credits/units in Child Development/Elementary Education or 60 hours of approved Childcare related training (requires documentation).
• At least 20 years of age, with a Valid Driver’s License.
• At least one year of experience working in a childcare setting.
• Willing and able to drive a 14-passenger bus.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and implement age-appropriate activities.
• Experience with risk management guidelines and developmental characteristics.
• Knowledge of child development and education principles.
• Ability to maintain a safe and nurturing environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, and aquatics.
• 20% Discount on Personal Training.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

Pay

Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Hours for this position are typically, Monday through Friday, from approximately 200pm to 600pm (Times can vary).