Afterschool Counselor - Southeast Family YMCA

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN HUNTSVILLE; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN HUNTSVILLE SE Branch in Huntsville, AL is seeking a part-time Afterschool Care Counselor to provide a safe, fun, and enriching environment for school-aged children in YMCA afterschool programs.

You will supervise groups, help plan activities, uphold YMCA values, and collaborate with families and staff. CPR/First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention certifications or the ability to obtain them upon hire are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Experience working with children in a structured setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and actively engage a group of school-aged children in structured and unstructured activities.
• Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities, games, and crafts.
• Provide a safe and welcoming environment, ensuring children are supervised at all times.
• Cultivate positive relationships with children, families, and team members.
• Maintain accurate attendance and incident reports as required.
• Support the behavioral and emotional needs of children in a respectful and constructive manner.
• Help set up, clean, and maintain program spaces, materials, and equipment.
• Follow YMCA policies and licensing guidelines related to health, safety, and child protection.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings, including CPR/First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention.
• Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the Youth and Family Services Director.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Must be at least 16 years old

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Child Abuse Prevention certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: SE Branch - Huntsville, AL 35803

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $13.00 - $17.00 Hourly

The Afterschool Care Counselor is responsible for providing a safe, fun, and enriching environment for children participating in YMCA afterschool programs. Counselors engage children in meaningful activities that promote social, emotional, and physical development while upholding the mission and values of the YMCA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise and actively engage a group of school-aged children in structured and unstructured activities.
• Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities, games, and crafts.
• Provide a safe and welcoming environment, ensuring children are supervised at all times.
• Cultivate positive relationships with children, families, and team members.
• Maintain accurate attendance and incident reports as required.
• Support the behavioral and emotional needs of children in a respectful and constructive manner.
• Help set up, clean, and maintain program spaces, materials, and equipment.
• Follow YMCA policies and licensing guidelines related to health, safety, and child protection.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings, including CPR/First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention.
• Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the Youth and Family Services Director.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16years of age.
• Experience working with children in a structured setting (school, camp, childcare, etc.) preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

EXPERIENCE/PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Willingness to carry out the mission of the YMCA and its programs.
• Ability to see that all business and safety records and procedures set up by the corporation are completed accurately within the defined time schedule.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain all personal certifications needed to serve in this position.
• Ability to interpret, as well, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and utilize initiative, ability to be organized and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to learn and utilize other software programs.