Before/After School Counselor

About the role

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direct supervision of the Youth and Family Director or designated supervisor, Before/After School Counselors are responsible for delivering high-quality school age program to their assigned group of students. Support the mission, vision, and goals of the YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Promote a professional work environment through character development by modeling the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Be directly responsible for the supervision, behavior management and safety of an assigned group of students.
• Maintain sight and sound supervision.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and other records as assigned.
• Implement scheduled activities and schedule in a way that promotes and models the 4 character values.
• Prepare and clean up needed supplies and materials for daily activities.
• Actively participate in organized games and activities, including but not limited to, swimming, teambuilding activities, and arts and crafts.
• Follow North Carolina Childcare Licensing Standards.
• Communicate immediately with Director or designated staff if there is a conflict with the staff schedule.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum age 18 or older, required.
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in program area.
• Demonstrated ability to provide and role model quality customer service, and effectively evaluate other staff.
• Demonstrated organization and communication skills.
• Certifications required within 30 days of hire:
• American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid;
• The following training provided by the Y:
• Appropriate Touch,
• Child Sexual Abuse Prevention,
• Managing your Risk of Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens,
• Aquatics Safety at the Pool,
• Hazard Communication for Employees,
• Social Media & Digital,
• Communications,
• Safe Lifting,
• Harassment Prevention,
• Preventing Member and Guest Slips, Trips, and Falls,
• Risk Management 101

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Contribution

Pay

USD $11.22 - USD $11.22 /Hr.