After School Counselor

Kings Bay YM-YWHA, Inc. JCC Brooklyn; New York (NY); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Part time

Job summary

A community center in Brooklyn is seeking an After School Counselor to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children. Responsibilities include assisting with homework, ensuring safety, and engaging in recreational activities. The ideal candidate is experienced with children and has strong communication skills. This is a part-time position with a starting hourly rate of $16.50.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years or older.
• Valid ID and Resume required.
• Background check will be done during onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily safe arrival of participants.
• Assist children with homework.
• Guide activities that stimulate mind and body development.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Ability to work in teams

Job description

Overview

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Position/Title: After School Counselor (preferred Russian Speaking)
Duration: Monday-Friday, 1:30 pm to 6 pm or 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Organization: The Kings Bay Y is a community center dedicated to enhancing the lives of the existing community through quality educational, cultural, social, and artistic programs. The Kings Bay YM-YWHA is the largest multi-service agency in the area, serving the entire South Brooklyn community with quality programs for adults and children.

Program Overview: Our After-School Program provides various activities, quality programming, and individualized attention. Parents can sign up for 1-5 days of the program. We provide free transportation from most schools and a healthy nutritious snack; program hours are the children’s dismissal to 6:00 pm. We also offer mini-camps during holidays and 1/2 days (where we pick up early from school). For information about our After School Program, visit www.kingsbayy.org.

• To ensure the daily and safe arrival of participants.
• Provide a warm and welcoming facility where children can feel safe and nurtured.
• Ensure daily attendance and roster changes are recorded.
• Assist in delivering daily healthy, nutritious lunches and/or snacks.
• Assist Children with homework.
• Maintain a daily homework log for each participant.
• Ensure all unusual behavior is reported to the supervisor.
• Reinforce desirable behavior, not focusing on disruptive behavior, so all participants feel part of the program.
• Alert Supervisor if any kind of abuse/neglect of a child is suspected.
• Help ensure daily recreation and a positive experience for everyone.
• Provide recreational activities in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Participate in all activities and enrichment programs with the participants.
• Guide activities that stimulate mind and body development.
• Help children develop their strengths through creative play, swimming, sports, dance, arts & crafts, storytime, and more.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and training sessions as needed.
• Engage in swimming and sports activities.

Requirements

• Background Check (Clearances will be done during the onboarding process.)
• Must be 17 years or older.
• Valid ID
• Resume
• Cover letter

Rate

• $16.50 Starting Hourly Rate – Will vary based on experience.
• 3 locations are available.

About Kings Bay Y

Kings Bay Y/ JCC Brooklyn is a community center that connects, uplifts, and inspires. Kings Bay YM-YWHA strives to build and strengthen communities, create meaningful relationships and lasting friendships, and foster deeper connections among individuals, families, and partner institutions in Brooklyn. We operate programs at 6 locations in South, Central and North Brooklyn.

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Non-profit Organization Management

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