After School Counselor I

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The After School Counselor I supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Specifically, the After School Counselor I is responsible for providing physical, mental and spiritual growth and development opportunities for each child in the program. This position will plan and implement daily plans in accordance with age appropriate programming through academic rich activities.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, but we also offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff

• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, and aquatics.
• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 20% Discount on Personal Training.

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.

The hours for this position are typically 215pm-600pm

• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
• Adhere to all program rules as outlined in the Staff Manual, Personnel Policy and Code of Conduct and Risk Management Manual and any other program specific guidelines.
• First Aid Logs
• Medication Logs
• Maintains positive relations at all times with members, participants and co-workers.
• Maintain equipment and facilities, and use only in an appropriate manner.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records at all times to include
• Build and maintain positive relationships at all times with children, parents and co-workers.
• Discipline Reports
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
• Supervise and manage groups of school age children during eLearning and homework; lead them in physical activity games, arts and crafts, nutrition lessons, etc.
• Able to drive a 14 passenger bus, if over 20 years of age with a valid driver’s license, when programming allows.
• Develop and implement lesson plans for program times utilizing Risk management, State childcare COVID guidelines, social and emotional learning and academic enrichment activities.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities
• Minimum of 6 months experience working with youth.
• Encouraged to participate in the YMCA’s annual support scholarship campaign.
• Incident Reports
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times.
• Assist in maintaining program standards at all times in regards to Quality Check Standards and Licensing Regulations.
• Attend all required staff trainings and meetings, to include New Staff Orientation, and CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, and Child Abuse prevention within the first 30 days of hire date.
• Attend quarterly YMCA of Greenville Training events.
• Closing Checklist
• Be prepared for program responsibilities as assigned including lesson plans, devotions, group activities, Family Events and water activities.
• Create an environment that promotes belonging, achievement and relationships.
• Build and maintain order and enthusiasm in a group.
• Attendance Rosters Daily (Arrivals and Dismissal)
• Follow mandated reporting requirements
• Report all program changes to Site Coordinator, Youth Program Director, or Executive Director.
• Requires the ability to be a good role model and to adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
• Assists in all areas of the branch and association operations as requested by management.
• Assist in School’s Out Days, Holiday Camp and Special Events as required.

Preferred

• At least one year of experience working in a childcare setting.
• Minimum of 6 credits/units in Child Development/Elementary Education or 60 hours of approved Childcare related training (Requires Documentation).