Before & After School Youth Counselor

Greater Joliet Area YMCA; Bolingbrook, Plainfield (IL, IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE Y Membership

25% off on Y programming

Retirement plan participation

Job summary

Greater Joliet Area YMCA seeks an energetic counselor for its before and after school program in Bolingbrook, IL. You will help supervise children ages 5-12, lead activities, and support students and parents daily.

The role requires 16+ years old, prior childcare experience, and CPR/First Aid/AED plus abuse prevention training. Shifts are 6:45am–9:00am and 3:00pm–6:00pm, with benefits and a strong YMCA culture.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Experience with children in childcare preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training required before employment.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all program participants at all times.
• Plan, implement and supervise group activities in line with YMCA goals.
• Provide high-level customer service to school personnel, members, guests, and staff.
• Verify pickup authorization with photo ID at dismissal.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Clean and disinfect high-touch areas regularly.
• Be a positive role model for children and families.

Skills

Experience with children

Diversity experience

CPR

First Aid

AED

Child Abuse Prevention training

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Child Abuse Prevention training

Job description

Greater Joliet Area YMCA seeks an energetic counselor for its before and after school program in Bolingbrook, IL. You will help supervise children ages 5-12, lead activities, and support students and parents daily.

The role requires 16+ years old, prior childcare experience, and CPR/First Aid/AED plus abuse prevention training. Shifts are 6:45am–9:00am and 3:00pm–6:00pm, with benefits and a strong YMCA culture.