Lead Adaptive Needs Counselor

YMCA of Metro Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Youth Development Director, the Lead Adaptive Needs Counselor will be primarily responsible for supporting the adaptive needs counselors and programing and for the successful achievement of providing guidance, safety, leadership, values education and enjoyment for children served by our adaptive need programming.

Requirements

High School Diploma in progress or completed or GED
Must be at least 18 years of age
2+ years of experience working with children in a structured setting
Required certifications current First Aid/CPR; must obtain any other certifications required for the position
A working knowledge of computers: MS Word, MS Excel, database management
Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem-solve and possess effective time management skills
Strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality
Knowledge of the outdoors and environmental education
Pass a criminal background check, BFTS background check, and drug screening
CPR within 30 days of employment and maintain throughout employment

Nice To Haves

Be able to maintain a safe and healthy environment for staff and children.
Be able to provide sound, caring, and positive leadership for children.
Able to maintain a safe and fun environment for children.
Provide, to everyone, extraordinary customer service to parents.
Be able to recognize and implement safety standards in all program activities.
Be able to participate effectively with other staff in implementing creative and fun adaptive need programming.
Have a good understanding of the mission and values of the YMCA and be able to demonstrate and teach based on those values.
Communicate positively with parents and staff as required.
Attend all staff training.

Responsibilities

Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
Stay updated on current issues regarding adaptive needs programming.
Promote, monitor, evaluate, and ensure that all programs run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR, Metro Atlanta YMCA for New Staff Orientation and Branch Emergency procedures and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.
Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.
Other duties as assigned