Afterschool Program - Youth Counselor

FLIPANY•Deerfield Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

FLIPANY is seeking a Youth Counselor to join the AWA Broward program team at Deerfield Beach Elementary School. This role is responsible for the direct supervision, daily care, and active engagement of an assigned student group throughout all afterschool program activities. The Youth Counselor will work under the daily direction of the Teacher / Supervisor and the overall guidance of the Program Manager. This position helps bring FLIPANY's Arts, Wellness & Academics (AWA) programming to life, which includes academic enrichment, physical activity, nutrition education, social-emotional learning, and creative arts, while ensuring every student is safe, engaged, and included. The role operates in full compliance with the Children's Services Council (CSC) Maximizing Out of School Time (MOST) Inclusion grant requirements and the Broward County Before and Afterschool Child Care (BASCC) Quality Standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum age of 18
Ability to pass a Level 2 background screening and any additional clearances required by the Department of Children and Families, BASCC/BCPS, and CSC funding requirements
Willingness to complete required program trainings (CPR, CATCH Kids Club, PATHS, BASCC/BCPS-mandated training)
Experience working with children in afterschool programs, summer camps, recreation, or other youth-serving settings
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English sufficient to deliver instruction and document student records
Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance throughout the school year
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-first attitude

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability in Spanish or Creole preferred

Responsibilities

Provide direct, active supervision of your student group at all times, indoors and outdoors.
Lead transitions between activities, keeping accurate headcounts and group order.
Wear your FLIPANY vendor badge visibly and carry required safety/communication equipment.
Complete daily safety checks and report hazards, injuries, or incidents promptly.
Facilitate daily program activities — homework help, SEL/PATHS lessons, CATCH Kids Club physical activity, nutrition education, and arts enrichment.
Lead SEL/PATHS lessons that reinforce positive behavior strategies and teachable moments.
Lead energetic, inclusive CATCH Club physical activity sessions with safe, non-elimination play.
Support nutrition education and healthy habits during snack and mealtimes.
Take accurate attendance and maintain up-to-date student tracking records.
Build positive, trusting relationships with students through encouraging, inclusive engagement.
Support students practicing SEL/PATHS skills — self-regulation, conflict resolution, and teamwork.
Greet families warmly at arrival and dismissal as a positive representative of FLIPANY.
Support students with IEPs, learning differences, or additional needs so every child can fully participate.
Keep required personnel documents current and on file.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development (min. 2.5 hrs/quarter), and orientations.
Know and follow site emergency procedures, including fire, lockdown, and evacuation drills.