What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time After School Counselor position at Amigos For Kids?
ABOUT AMIGOS FOR KIDS:
Founded in 1991, Amigos For Kids is a Miami-based nonprofit dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect by valuing children, strengthening families, and educating communities. Amigos For Kids moves its mission forward through its education, awareness, and advocacy programs aimed at helping families in under-resourced communities thrive.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Youth Services or the Program Coordinator, the person selected for this position is responsible for supervising, instructing, and assisting participants of the Amigos LEAD Program in the assigned classroom.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain appropriate records of daily attendance of the program participants.
- Distribute snacks to program participants.
- Provide homework assistance to program participants.
- Deliver academic support and instruction in designated subject areas.
- Conduct physical activity with program participants.
- Assist with the coordination and supervision of field trips.
- Organize and maintain all classrooms, equipment, supplies, and park areas/school playground according to provider manual and checklist.
- Communicate with parents/caregivers of program participants regarding performance, behavior issues, incidents, etc.
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety protocols.
- Communicate concerns or incidents to immediate supervisor.
- Document all accidents, injuries, incidents, complaints, and problems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Successful applicants must be of good moral character and reputation. Must be capable of accepting training, carrying out assigned tasks, communicating orally and in writing, communicating with emergency personnel, and understanding instructions.
Must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18 years of age, and have experience or volunteer work with children in a group setting.
Must:
- Agree to fingerprinting and a Level 2 background check.
- Submit to random drug testing as determined by Amigos For Kids personnel policies and procedures.
- Agree to attend staff development and training.
- Sign an Affidavit of Good Moral Character
- Have NEVER been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor related to abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other barrier crimes as listed on the Sworn Disclosure Statement of the Criminal Record Check
- Provide references as requested.
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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- Ability to frequently stand, walk, stoop, sit, crouch, bend, speak, and hear.
- Ability to engage in physical activity with members without limitation.
- Ability to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects between 10 and 20 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- This position requires a person who can work with many distractions, interruptions and still accomplish their objectives and meet established deadlines.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Flexible work hours required consistent with after school programming.
WORK LOCATIONS:
Jose Marti Park
351 SW 4th Avenue, Miami, FL 33130
Citrus Grove Elementary School
2121 NW 5th Street, Miami, FL 33125
EEO: Amigos For Kids is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, military discharge status, age, marital status, parental status, or source of income.