School Age Counselor

YMCA Virginia Peninsulas • Surry, VA

7d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor, the School Age Counselor delivers the school age program to an assigned group of students in accordance with the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas’ mission, policies, and goals. The role emphasizes providing high-quality service and welcoming, connecting, supporting, and engaging members, guests, and staff.

The counselor is responsible for student supervision, behavior management, and safety, while leading activities and maintaining attendance and other assigned records. The position also involves communicating with parents with assistance from the School-Age Director or designated supervisor, attending meetings and trainings, and following applicable child-care standards, emergency procedures, and YMCA policies.

The counselor supports youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, and helps maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment and positive member experience.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• 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 trainings, including New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), 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, manage the behavior of, and ensure the safety of an assigned group of students.
• Maintain sight and sound supervision of students.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and other records as assigned.
• Prepare and clean up supplies and materials for daily activities.
• Participate 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 about student needs and report daily activities.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follow Virginia Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers and department Platinum standards.
• Wear a staff uniform and name tag, or professional attire when appropriate.
• Act as a leader 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 deemed necessary by the Youth and Family Services Department and branch operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED