Before and After School Counselor

YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas•Yorktown, VA

4d•$13 - $17

About The Position

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor, and in harmony with the mission, policies, and goals of the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas, the School Age Counselor delivers the school-age program to an assigned group of students. The role emphasizes high-quality service and welcoming, connecting, supporting, and engaging members, guests, and staff. The counselor supervises students, supports their safety and behavior, prepares and leads activities, maintains records, communicates with parents with assistance from the School-Age Director or designated supervisor, and follows applicable licensing standards, department standards, and emergency procedures. The position also supports the YMCA’s mission, values, and goals for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months of experience working with children.
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 completion of a 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 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.

Responsibilities

Support the mission, vision, and goals of the YMCA.
Model the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to promote a professional work environment.
Lead in a manner that advances the YMCA’s cause through programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
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.
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 regarding students’ needs and report daily activities.
Attend scheduled staff meetings and training.
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 members, guests, and program participants are in a safe environment and follow the branch Emergency Operations Plan.
Carry out other related duties as needed by the Youth and Family Services Department and branch operations to support an excellent member experience.