After-School Youth Counselor & Mentor

YMCA of the Triangle; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 13,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of the Triangle is seeking a part-time Youth Counselor for the Pleasant Plains After School program at Kraft Family YMCA in Apex, NC. The role involves leading groups of students after school hours, creating engaging activities, and promoting YMCA values in a safe, supportive environment.

The counselor will work Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and should be able to relate well to diverse youths and families. Prior experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Experience with children or teens preferred but not required.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and builds relationships with a group of elementary and/or middle school students.
• Implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and aligned with YMCA values.
• Creates a fun, safe, friendly and challenging atmosphere.
• Mentors and models responsible behavior while leading children in the program.
• Models and facilitates relationship-building skills with campers, parents, school staff and YMCA staff.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Develops collaborative relationships with community organizations and maintains communication within the area of responsibility.

Skills

Youth engagement

Relationship building

Activity planning

Communication

Multilingual

Job description

YMCA of the Triangle is seeking a part-time Youth Counselor for the Pleasant Plains After School program at Kraft Family YMCA in Apex, NC. The role involves leading groups of students after school hours, creating engaging activities, and promoting YMCA values in a safe, supportive environment.

The counselor will work Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and should be able to relate well to diverse youths and families. Prior experience is helpful but not required.