AFTERSCHOOL COUNSELOR (Belville & Lincoln Elementary Schools)

Position Summary

As a YMCA After-School Counselor you will have the opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life. Our program provides guidance, an abundance of academic support, supervision, and creates a sense of belonging. We make it our priority to focus on the YMCA CORE VALUES which are HONESTY, RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, and CARE.

Position Type

This is a part-time non-exempt (hourly) position but has the potential for more hours as needed for Teacher workdays and Holidays along with possible growth opportunities within the organization. The Current available hours are Monday-Friday 2:00pm-6:00pm. This position may also provide support in other areas as assigned.

Wage Range

$13.72 - $15.12/hour upon completion of training and relevant experience

Essential Functions

• Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans.
• Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Ensures parents are kept informed of all site and program activities and communicates both positive and negative behavior of children to parents.
• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Maintains required program records including attendance sheets, incident sheets, and behavior reports.
• Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Follows and implements the Healthy Eating and Physical Activity standards.

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Job Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.

Physical Demands

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.