What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Counselor position at Pozez JCC- School-Age Services?
The Chai-5 After School program at the Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia is the Woodson-pyramid’s choice for after school care! Chai-5’s mission is to provide a fun, interactive, and positive environment in which every child can grow and develop in a safe, structured, and friendly atmosphere!
Chai-5 runs from the time the school dismisses until 6:00pm, Monday through Friday. Two days a week, the children go swimming in the J's indoor, heated pool. The additional three days, the children enjoy a variety of counselor led activities.
Qualifications:
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older
- Must have excellent communication skills, can work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Possess a good sense of humor and hold a passion for working with children
- Must be flexible, creative, patient and comfortable managing challenging situations
- Must take initiative and think on your feet
Essential Position Duties:
- Available for a minimum of three afternoons per week, Monday though Friday
- Available to work the entirety of a shift from 3:30pm-6:00pm
- Assist and work with a group of 10 children with another co-counselor
- Swim in our pool and participate in physical activities weekly
- Be willing to go the-extra-mile
- Smile all year long
- Positively impact the lives of children and peers
Hours:
Part-time year-round position; choose your own weekly schedule (although all five days are preferred). Staff hours are from 3:00pm-6:00pm.
Compensation and Benefits:
$12.50 - $13.50 per hour
The Pozez JCC is an equal opportunity employer. The Pozez JCC is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees. We encourage all applicants regardless of gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or other social identity.
About: The Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (Pozez JCC, the J) is a warm and welcoming, nonprofit, social service organization dedicated to offering quality programs, activities, and services that emphasize Jewish culture, identity, and values to people of all ages and backgrounds. Programming includes cultural, educational, wellness and Israel celebrations which take place on the main campus located in the heart of Fairfax County, as well as span five Northern Virginia counties.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $12.50 - $13.50 per hour
Schedule:
- After school
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $14