AFTER SCHOOL COUNSELOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: After School Counselor, Mitchell County

FLSA Status: Part-time, between 16-20 hours per week

Reports to: Director of Youth Programs

Pay:$12.00

Counselors will have training on August 5th (9am-5pm)- August 9th (11am-4pm) August 12th (9am-4pm).

POSITION SUMMARY:

After School Counselors will be responsible for the daily supervision of after-school program participants in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade. S/he is responsible for assisting in the planning, developing, and implementations of all components and program activities in the after-school program. The Counselor guides the academic and social development of children, ensuring a safe, enriching, and healthy learning environment. Counselors use a variety of resources, provided by the Site Coordinator and Program Director, to introduce new skills throughout the execution of activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.

2. Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans.

3. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.

4. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.

5. Conducts parent conferences, and maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers.

6. Maintains program site and equipment.

7. Maintains required program records.

8. Attends and participates in family events, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Take initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness

to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred, working towards a degree in: Education, Child Development, Psychology, or Social Work.

2. At least 18 years of age.

3. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

4. At least one year experience working with children in a developmental setting is required.

5. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.

6. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

THE LEONARD AND MARJORIE WILLIAMS YMCA OF AVERY COUNTY PO Box 707, Linville, NC 28646 P 828.737.5500 F 828.737.5504 www.ymcaavery.org

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• After school

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person