Before & After School Counselor - Youth Development Hero

SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free individual YMCA membership

10% discount on programming

Access to Y Retirement Fund

Professional development & mentoring

Inclusive community and employee ERNs

Job summary

Greater Somerset County YMCA in Hillsborough, NJ is seeking enthusiastic counselors for our Before and After school programs. The role is fully on-site, with responsibilities ranging from supervising children to maintaining a safe and engaging activity space.

Ideal candidates will have HS diploma or be a senior, be at least 17, and bring experience with children in group settings. Training, professional development, and growth opportunities are provided by the YMCA.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• Must have High School Diploma or be a Senior in High School.
• Must have experience working with children in a structured group setting.
• Must have ability to learn and think quickly to solve child-to-child situations.
• Good communication skills and ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.

Responsibilities

• Assists with implementation of a varied and challenging program of activities for children including Homework Time, Enrichment Activities, Organized Physical Activities, Free Play, and Snack Time.
• Assists Site Supervisor with supervision of all children on the site.
• Build relationships with children and families and greet them positively every day.
• Maintains discipline with children under the YMCA policies and code of conduct.
• Assists Site Supervisor with motivating children to participate in activities.
• Provides a safe environment for children and follows safety procedures.

Skills

Experience with children

Good communication

Learn/think quickly

Education

High School Diploma or HS Senior

Job description

Greater Somerset County YMCA in Hillsborough, NJ is seeking enthusiastic counselors for our Before and After school programs. The role is fully on-site, with responsibilities ranging from supervising children to maintaining a safe and engaging activity space.

Ideal candidates will have HS diploma or be a senior, be at least 17, and bring experience with children in group settings. Training, professional development, and growth opportunities are provided by the YMCA.