Before & After School Child Care Counselor — Safe, Engaging

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Randolph Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Membership eligibility

Program discount

Job summary

The West Morris Area YMCA in New Jersey is seeking a Before and After School Child Care Counselor to support the joy of learning and adventure for children.

Hours are 7-9 a.m. and/or 2:30-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, with openings in Allamuchy, Rockaway and Wharton. The counselor helps supervise activities, assist with homework, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment under the Site Director.

Qualifications

• CPR/First aid certification is required.
• Experience working with children in learning or camp environments.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups from all socio-economic backgrounds.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a culture of safety.
• Support activities under Site Director, including homework, sports, games, crafts, cleanup, and drills.
• Administer emergency first aid and/or CPR as needed.
• Maintain records required by the NJ Office of Licensing.
• Supervise and discipline children per written policies.
• Counselors consult with the Site Director on policy or safety questions.
• Ensure areas, equipment, and facilities are clean, safe, and orderly.
• Share skills and talents to improve the program.
• Prepare and distribute snacks.
• Additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

CPR/First aid certification

YMCA mission understanding

Experience with children in learning/c

Interacting with diverse groups

Bilingual

Job description

The West Morris Area YMCA in New Jersey is seeking a Before and After School Child Care Counselor to support the joy of learning and adventure for children.

Hours are 7-9 a.m. and/or 2:30-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, with openings in Allamuchy, Rockaway and Wharton. The counselor helps supervise activities, assist with homework, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment under the Site Director.