YD Broward - Lead Counselor, LEAP

The YMCA of South Florida•Ft. Lauderdale, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, the After School Lead Counselor is responsible for the overall day-to-day group programming, behavior management, and direct supervision of children or adolescents enrolled in the after school/day camp program. Essential Functions / Job Duties: Direct services include schedule, supervise, and lead efforts of the counselor(s) in assisting teachers with academic enrichment, recreation, and tutoring, and coordinating the transition of actively participating LEAP High students during the program. Lead the planning, scheduling of counselor(s) and ensure that counselor(s) performs optimally during the instruction of non-academic components. Provide initial quality assurance checks with attendance data. Ensure that documentation is collected from site personnel and submitted to the provider on a timely basis. Perform administrative duties including data entry and student attendance tracking and reporting. Distribute nutritious snacks/ supper on a daily basis using universal health/sanitation practices. Document or report behavior issues and/or incidents daily, as needed. Maintain high level of professional courtesy with parents, facility personnel, staff and clients at all times. Know and follow proper emergency procedures appropriate to the facility and in conformity with procedures adopted by the YMCA of South Florida and emergency service authorities to ensure the safety of children. Preserve the quality of supplies, equipment and materials. Ensuring proper supply by reporting re-order needs to the Site Supervisor. Document all necessary administrative forms as directed by Site Supervisor and/or Program Director. Attendance at all staff meetings and training opportunities. Formally report all incidents and accidents within 24 hours to the corporate office. Adhere to the Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting requirements, which mandate by law all childcare personnel to report suspicions of child abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The YMCA requires employees to follow the internal reporting procedures with the assistance of the Program Directors. Ensure that the proper staff-to-child ratios is maintained at all times and reports discrepancies to the Site Supervisor, as needed. Assist the Site Supervisor in any other appropriate ways as directed. YMCA COMPETENCIES (i.e. Leader, Team Leader, Multi-Team / Branch Leader): Mission Advancement : Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program and fundraising leadership levels. Collaboration : Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others. Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement. Personal Growth : Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. 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.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED.
Minimum 1 (one) year experience working with adolescent population.
Ability to relate to children and adolescents.
The Lead Counselor must be at least eighteen (18) years-old at the time of hire.
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
Must have a demonstrated competency in the planning and implementation of recreational and educational activities.
Current CPR and First Aid certificates may be required by time of employment or within ninety (90) days from the date of hire.

Responsibilities

Schedule, supervise, and lead efforts of the counselor(s) in assisting teachers with academic enrichment, recreation, and tutoring, and coordinating the transition of actively participating LEAP High students during the program.
Lead the planning, scheduling of counselor(s) and ensure that counselor(s) performs optimally during the instruction of non-academic components.
Provide initial quality assurance checks with attendance data.
Ensure that documentation is collected from site personnel and submitted to the provider on a timely basis.
Perform administrative duties including data entry and student attendance tracking and reporting.
Distribute nutritious snacks/ supper on a daily basis using universal health/sanitation practices.
Document or report behavior issues and/or incidents daily, as needed.
Maintain high level of professional courtesy with parents, facility personnel, staff and clients at all times.
Know and follow proper emergency procedures appropriate to the facility and in conformity with procedures adopted by the YMCA of South Florida and emergency service authorities to ensure the safety of children.
Preserve the quality of supplies, equipment and materials. Ensuring proper supply by reporting re-order needs to the Site Supervisor.
Document all necessary administrative forms as directed by Site Supervisor and/or Program Director.
Attendance at all staff meetings and training opportunities.
Formally report all incidents and accidents within 24 hours to the corporate office.
Adhere to the Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting requirements, which mandate by law all childcare personnel to report suspicions of child abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The YMCA requires employees to follow the internal reporting procedures with the assistance of the Program Directors.
Ensure that the proper staff-to-child ratios is maintained at all times and reports discrepancies to the Site Supervisor, as needed.
Assist the Site Supervisor in any other appropriate ways as directed.