After School Counselor I

YMCA of Greenville•Greenville, SC

About The Position

The After School Counselor I supports the YMCA of Greenville’s mission to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The role provides opportunities for children’s physical, mental, and spiritual growth and development, and plans and implements daily, age-appropriate programming with academic enrichment activities. The position typically works from 2:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is part-time.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
At least 6 months of experience working with youth.
Ability to serve as a good role model and adapt to changing needs and circumstances.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 credits or units in Child Development or Elementary Education, or 60 hours of approved childcare-related training; documentation is required.
At least one year of experience working in a childcare setting.

Responsibilities

Supervise children and ensure their safety at all times.
Build and maintain order and enthusiasm in a group.
Supervise and manage school-age children during eLearning and homework, and lead physical activity games, arts and crafts, nutrition lessons, and other activities.
Develop and implement lesson plans using risk management practices, state childcare COVID guidelines, social and emotional learning, and academic enrichment activities.
Maintain equipment and facilities and use them appropriately.
Report program changes to the Site Coordinator, Youth Program Director, or Executive Director.
Prepare for assigned program responsibilities, including lesson plans, devotions, group activities, family events, and water activities.
Assist with School’s Out Days, Holiday Camp, and special events as required.
Attend quarterly YMCA of Greenville training events and all required staff trainings and meetings.
Build and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, members, participants, and coworkers.
Create an environment that promotes belonging, achievement, and relationships.
Follow the Staff Manual, Personnel Policy, Code of Conduct, Risk Management Manual, and other program-specific guidelines.
Help maintain program standards, including Quality Check Standards and licensing regulations.
Drive a 14-passenger bus when programming allows, if at least 20 years old and holding a valid driver’s license.
Participate in the YMCA’s annual support scholarship campaign (encouraged).
Complete required training, including New Staff Orientation, CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, and Child Abuse prevention, within the first 30 days of hire.
Maintain accurate records, including daily attendance and arrival/dismissal rosters, medication logs, first aid logs, discipline reports, incident reports, and closing checklists.
Assist in other areas of branch and association operations as requested by management.
Follow policies and procedures related to consumer boundaries, abuse risk management, high-risk activities, supervision, and mandated reporting.