2026 - 2027 Plainfield YMCA - SACC Counselor

GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA • Plainfield, NJ

just now • Onsite

About The Position

Plainfield YMCA, a branch of the Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY), is currently seeking School Age Child Care (SACC) Counselors who are cause-driven leaders who share our commitment to nurturing and supporting our children, promoting youth development, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. SACC Counselors are responsible for assisting in supervising a group of children at the site-specific location (s). SACC Counselors are under the direction of the SACC & Camp Program Director; Senior Program Director; and the Site Supervisor. This job is fully on-site, not remote. Spanish Bilingual preferred!

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or be a Senior in High School.
• Must have experience working with children in a structured group setting.
• Must have the ability to learn and think quickly to solve child-to-child situations.
• Good communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.
• Must complete all required background checks, training, and certifications.
• Become registered in the Workforce Registry through NJCCIS with an updated professional profile record (salary/title/hire date);
• Meet CCDBG health and safety training requirements, which include completion of the following training: Health and Safety Basics, Identifying Child Abuse and Neglect – Mandated Reporting, Foundations of Child Development or Youth Growth Development, CPR and First Aid
• Complete criminal background check

Nice To Haves

• Spanish Bilingual preferred!

Responsibilities

• Assists with the implementation of a varied and challenging program of activities for children (ages 6-13) which includes Homework Time, Enrichment Activities, Organized Physical Activities, Free Play, and Snack Time.
• Assists the Site Supervisor with the supervision of all children on the site groups of 6-100 children
• Build relationships with children and families - Positively greet them every day.
• Maintains discipline with children during all activities under the guidance of the GSCYMCA Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Assists the Site Supervisor with motivating and encouraging all children to participate in program activities.
• Provides a safe environment for children and follows all required safety procedures in case of emergency.
• Assists the Site Supervisor in developing an attractive, organized, clean, and stimulating space: Cleaning and disinfecting of all equipment as per state requirements (daily or weekly).
• Maintain site/room, equipment, and materials in an orderly and safe manner.
• Set up the site/room in advance of the children's arrival and clean up after the children's departure.
• Maintains group belongings including state binder, student information sheets, necessary medications when off-site, and first aid kit.
• Keeps Site Supervisor apprised of situations requiring their attention as it relates to children's behavior.

Benefits

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs, "Y Retirement Fund," from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• A supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED