After School Counselor

YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas•Hudgins, VA

4d•$13 - $17

About The Position

Under the supervision of a designated supervisor, the School Age Counselor delivers the school age program to an assigned group of students in accordance with the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas’ mission, policies, and goals. The counselor provides high-quality service and works with staff to welcome, connect, support, and engage members, guests, and colleagues. The role focuses on student supervision, safety, behavior management, daily activities, and positive communication with families.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
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.
Medication Administration Training (MAT) certification may be required.
Complete and maintain required training, including New Employee Orientation, Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention, and Sexual Harassment training upon hire and annually thereafter.
Satisfactory criminal background check, Virginia State Police background check, and Child Protective Services check.
Ability to communicate and work with assigned age groups and skill levels and provide necessary instruction.
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.

Responsibilities

Support the YMCA’s mission, vision, and goals.
Model caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to promote a professional work environment and character development.
Lead in ways that advance the YMCA’s focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Supervise, manage the behavior of, and ensure the 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.
Participate actively 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.
Lead in emergency situations and report accidents or incidents according to the Emergency Communication Action Plan.
Help ensure a safe environment for members, guests, and program participants and follow the branch Emergency Operations Plan.
Perform other related duties as needed by the Youth and Family Services Department and branch operations.