Counselor

CCPR•Carmel, IN

57d•Onsite

About The Position

Be a positive influence for a child! Join our team as we create a fun, safe, and inclusive environment. Build relationships with participants as you help them develop new skills and make friends.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age
Must have access to reliable transportation
Must pass a background check that encompasses national, state, and local searches
Enthusiastic and positive attitude
Excellent communication skills with parents, teachers, and other childcare workers
Ability to learn and enforce the safety and operating rules
Ability to maintain attention and high level of motivation and enthusiasm for extended periods of time
Ability to be patient and understanding when working with children and interacting with parents/guardians
Some knowledge of childcare principles and procedures

Responsibilities

Manage participant behavior in a positive, respectful manner
Maintain reliable attendance to maintain safety and the staff to child ratio
Facilitate a variety of daily enrichment and academic activities, including but not limited to arts, sports, science, and homework
Consistently model and guide participants in character development
Implement and model respect for all spaces and materials used
With team, supervise up to 125+ children, from grades K – 6
Attend and participate in meetings and trainings
Enforce rules and regulations with program participants
Ensure adherence to established safety procedures
Follow program structure
Provide CPR/first aid
Ensure first aid supplies and emergency equipment are in order and accessible
Maintain a safe and clean work environment
Perform other related work as required