School Aged Counselor

YMCA OF PAWTUCKET•Pawtucket, RI

7d•$16 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibilities. Under the direction of the Director, the Child Care Staff will be responsible for assisting in overall supervision and classroom management using the specific goals, objectives and curriculum for a group of children. The Child care staff guides the development of children, ensuring a safe, enriching and healthy environment.

Requirements

Minimum 18 year of age
High School diploma
CPR/First Aid Certification (within 6 months of hire)
Completion of all DHS paperwork and trainings
Ability to understand and comply with YMCA Child Abuse Prevention policies.
Completion of criminal background check and screening in accordance with YMCA standards.
Completion of required Child Abuse Prevention training prior to and throughout employment.
Demonstrated ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with youth.

Responsibilities

Assist with the day to day operation in the assigned area
Create a compassionate attitude when interacting with and caring for children
Implement activities that are developmentally appropriate, meeting the needs of all of the children in the group
Maintain ratios at all times
Provide active supervision and is alert at all times must be able to see and hear all children in your assigned group
Provide a program that exhibits high standards in cleanliness and preparation
Work as a team through positive approach with other staff members
Communicate with program family members in a positive way at all times
Demonstrates appropriate decision making abilities
Upholds and exemplifies the YMCA principles of character and customer service
Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor
Obtain minimum of 20 hours of professional development per year in a field related to children as required by DHS.
Attend and participate in program activities, staff meetings and staff trainings.