After-School Youth Development Counselor

YMCA of Greater Richmond; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking an After-School Child Care Counselor for the Atlee YMCA After School Program. This part-time role runs on Weekdays from 2:30pm to 6:15pm, focusing on creating engaging activities and supervising school-age children.

You will support youth development, mentor participants, and contribute to a positive, mission-driven team environment within the Atlee YMCA. Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED and have at least 6 months of related experience.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and a passion for working with kids.
• Reliability, creativity, and energy to spare.
• Must be 18 with high school diploma or GED.
• 6 months of experience is required but your enthusiasm matters most!

Responsibilities

• Create fun, engaging activities that help kids grow and thrive.
• Support youth development through structured play, learning, and leadership.
• Supervise and inspire a group of awesome school-age children.
• Be a trusted mentor and a daily highlight in a child's life.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliability

Creativity

Energy

Passion for working with kids

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking an After-School Child Care Counselor for the Atlee YMCA After School Program. This part-time role runs on Weekdays from 2:30pm to 6:15pm, focusing on creating engaging activities and supervising school-age children.

You will support youth development, mentor participants, and contribute to a positive, mission-driven team environment within the Atlee YMCA. Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED and have at least 6 months of related experience.