Afterschool Counselor

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Youth Development Director, the After School Counselor provides direction for the program and classroom and implements program curriculum. Counselors provide a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring, while putting the quality and safety of our program at the utmost importance. We are currently hiring part‑time staff (20‑30 hours per week) for this position at several of our locations.

Specific location preferences can be discussed during the interview process.

• Implements curriculum within the established guidelines provided by the Director.
• Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans.
• Supervises the children, classroom and all activities.
• Always engage fully with all children.
• Assist all children with homework and other academic needs.
• Make ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with children.
• Maintain program site and equipment.
• Wear provided staff shirt and name tag while working.
• Maintain required program records, i.e., sign in/​sign out rosters.
• Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Personal Growth
• Mission Advancement
• Collaboration
• Operational Effectiveness

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and assigned Redwoods trainings within 30 days of hire date.
• Child Abuse Prevention supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
  • Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor.
  • Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
  • Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
  • Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age‑appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
• Ability to be physically active including but not limited to walking, sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, climbing, running, lifting, pushing, pulling, etc.
• Must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job.