After School Counselor

YMCA Virginia Peninsulas • Hudgins, VA

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor, the After School Counselor delivers the school-age program to an assigned group of students in harmony with the mission, policies, and goals of the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas. The counselor emphasizes high-quality service and works with staff to welcome, connect, support, and engage members, guests, and staff.

The role involves supervising students and supporting their safety, behavior, and participation in daily activities. The counselor communicates with parents with the assistance of the School-Age Director or designated supervisor, maintains program records, follows applicable Virginia child day center standards and YMCA procedures, and helps create a safe, positive, and engaging environment.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of experience working with children required.
• Proof of a negative TB test within the last two years.
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certification required within 30 days.
• Complete and maintain required trainings, including New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment training upon hire and annually thereafter.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check, Virginia State Police background check, and Child Protective Services check.
• Ability to communicate and work with assigned ages and skill levels and provide necessary instruction to students.
• Ability to observe student behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to assigned activities.
• Physical strength and endurance to maintain constant supervision of students.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Medication Administration Training (MAT) certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support the YMCA’s mission, vision, and goals.
• Promote a professional work environment by modeling the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Lead in a manner that advances the YMCA’s community-focused cause through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility programs.
• Supervise the behavior and safety of an assigned group of students, maintaining sight and sound supervision.
• Maintain accurate attendance and other assigned records.
• Prepare and clean up supplies and materials for daily activities.
• Actively participate in organized games and activities, including swimming, team-building activities, and arts and crafts.
• With assistance from the School-Age Director or designated supervisor, communicate with parents about students’ needs and report daily activities.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Follow Virginia Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers and department Platinum standards.
• Wear the staff uniform and name tag, or professional attire when appropriate.
• Act as a leader in emergency situations and report accidents or incidents according to the Emergency Communication Action Plan.
• Help ensure members, guests, and program participants are in a safe environment and follow the branch Emergency Operations Plan.
• Perform other related duties as needed by the Youth and Family Services Department and branch operations to support an excellent member experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED