Afterschool Counselor

YMCA of Southeastern NC•Wilmington, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides direction for the program, classroom, and implements program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
At least 18 years of age
CPR, First Aid and AED certification within 30 days of hire date.
Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
Previous experience with diverse populations.
Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
Applicants should have a desire to work in a career field that involves children and families.

Nice To Haves

one year or more of college preferred
Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
Previous experience with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

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.
Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values.
Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Recruit volunteers and build effective, supportive working relationships with them.
Supports fundraising.
Works effectively with people of diverse 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 other.
Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Embraces innovative approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans of work, and actively participates in meetings.
Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports for all financial irregularities immediately.
Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
Demonstrates an openness to change and seek 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.
Must be able to complete and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid; able to assist individuals in need until professional help arrives.
Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures.
Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors.
Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for all staff, members, and participants.
Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.
Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable.