AFTERSCHOOL COUNSELOR

YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina•Wilmington, NC

162d•$14 - $15

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Do you like to encourage school-aged children and help them develop? Are you passionate about getting youth active and implementing games and activities that stimulate the mind and body? If so, this might be the perfect role for you! 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. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. YMCA PART-TIME BENEFITS OVERVIEW: At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values. Complimentary YMCA Membership Flexible Scheduling Professional Development Retirement Benefits Employee Resource Groups

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.
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.
Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.

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.