Afterschool Counselor

Kings Bay YM-YWHA, Inc. JCC Brooklyn; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

A community center in Brooklyn is seeking an Afterschool Counselor to supervise children after school. The ideal candidate should be over 17, ideally Russian speaking, and able to assist children with homework and various activities. This is a part-time role focusing on providing a safe, nurturing environment for kids. Starting pay is $16.50/hr, varying with experience.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years or older.
• Background check required during onboarding.
• Valid ID and resume needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily safe arrival of participants.
• Provide a welcoming and nurturing environment.
• Assist children with homework.

Skills

Russian Speaking

Child supervision

Homework assistance

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Base pay range

$16.50/hr - $17.00/hr

Kings Bay Y

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 is truly unique to the community because we provide various activities, quality programming, and individualized attention to the children within the program. Parents can sign-up for 1-5 days of the program. We provide free transportation from most schools and a healthy nutritious snack, and our program hours are the children’s dismissal to 6:00 pm. In addition, 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, you can visit www.kingsbayy.org.

General Responsibilities

• 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
• To provide recreational activities in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Participate in all activities and enrichment programs with the participants.
• Guide all 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 into 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. From our flagship base in southern Brooklyn, where we operate a successful full-service community center, to our more recent inroads in Brownstone Brooklyn and North Brooklyn under the JCC Brooklyn umbrella, the Kings Bay Y has remained true to its 60 year-old mission. We welcome everyone from all religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. We operate various programs at 6 different physical locations in South, Central and North Brooklyn.

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