After School Counselor (Teen Programming), J. Douglas Williams YMCA Family Center

Description

Make a difference in your life and the lives of youth!

Position Summary

The position is responsible for implementing and supervising all aspects of daily activities for youth and the Co-Teacher is responsible for working to provide a successful program that will foster Children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth in a safe and well-organized environment.

Why choose the YMCA?

• We offer a competitive wage plan that starts at a minimum of $15.50 per hour for Co-teachers
• The Y is a cause-driven organization that provides a challenging and fun work environment with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. We are the Y.

Job Responsibilities 

• Provide a safe and healthy environment, both physically and mentally, to ensure the operation of a quality Child Development (Afterschool) program.
• Assist in the planning and implementing of the daily lesson plans that fit the children’s needs and interests.
• Take responsibility for the safety of the children in the child development environment and the quality of the supplies, equipment and materials in the child development area.
• Make sure proper procedures are followed for sign-in/out of children on a daily basis.
• Report all accidents to the Supervisor, and completely fills out proper health log and/or accident/incident form.
• Assume equal share of the regular housekeeping chores such as cleaning, preparing for daily activities and cleaning up after projects.
• Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follow mandated child abuse reporting requirements.
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Participate in member retention, special events and fundraising. Complete all paperwork clearly and concisely. Remain up to date on emergency procedures and family center policies.
• All other duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum age 16 years or older.
• 1 year of childcare experience preferred 
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must be willing to work an on-call schedule rotation as required.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• The physical activities of this position include: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions. May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. in various forms, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The employee must be able to perform medium work.
• May be required to sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time.  
• Must exhibit patience and understanding. Receives and follows detailed instructions.  
• Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind.   
• Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor environment and children’s well-being. Talking is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, with or without correction
• Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment.

Disclaimers

• Must complete a successful employment verification and background screening, which includes a DCF Level 2 Background Check (Additional information on Level 2 Background through Clearinghouse can be found here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/)
• All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity work place which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please see your manager should you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.
• This job description may not be all-inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.