What are the responsibilities and job description for the YMCA After School Counselor position at YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth?
YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth Employment Application
The YMCA After School Counselor is responsible for the supervision, care, and well-being of children enrolled in the after-school program. The counselor will create a safe, enjoyable, and engaging environment that promotes positive youth development and adheres to YMCA policies and standards. Y Afterschool programs are offered at sites throughout the Eagle Mountain, Azle, White Settlement, and Fort Worth ISD.
Afterschool Requirements
- Report staff or child accident / incidents or suspected child abuse or injury to the Site Director as soon as possible and follow policy / procedure following each occurrence.
- Attend all scheduled staff meetings, trainings, and any other meetings deemed necessary by the Site Director.
- Assist with drills to practice site-evacuation / emergency procedures for fire, chemical spill, tornado, etc., and is capable of implementing such procedures.
- Has the ability to work alone and with a team.
- Open to learning, coaching and supervision.
- Will lead children in group activities, especially recreational activities.
- Has a fundamental appreciation and understanding of group management and child development.
- Is creative, has a sense of humor, patience, conviction, genuineness, enthusiasm, initiative, self-control, flexibility, ability to learn, integrity, and ingenuity.
- Available daily from 2 : 30pm-6 : 00pm Monday through Friday
Qualifications :
YMCA Childcare Perks / Benefits
The YMCA truly cares about its employees, is a great place to help build your resume, every day is different, you can make an impact and enjoy many perks of working at the Y!
MISSION
To put Christian principles into practice through programs, services and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
AREAS OF IMPACT :
The YMCA is an organization that serves all people, from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Our purpose is to strengthen community. Our areas of impact include :
OUR CULTURE :
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.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE. WORK AT THE Y .
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonable association duties and will be responsible for implementation of the policies, procedures and standards established by the Metropolitan Board, the branch Board of Managers and the Association Leadership. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised at the discretion of management. This job description is not a written or implied contract.
