Before & After-School Youth Counselor — Energetic Mentor

YMCA of Greater Richmond; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking a Before & After-School Child Care Counselor to support kids in Clover Hill, Deep Creek, Moseley, Spring Run and Winterpock Elementary schools. Hours align with school days: 6:45am-9:15am and/or 3:30pm-6:15pm, offering a meaningful role for energetic role models.

The position pays $16 to $16.50 per hour and invites you to join a mission-driven team that mentors youth and fosters growth through fun, structured activities and leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and a passion for working with kids.
• Reliability, creativity, and energy to spare.
• Must be 18 with high school diploma or GED.
• 6 months of experience is required, but enthusiasm matters most.

Responsibilities

• Create fun, engaging activities that help kids grow and thrive.
• Support youth development through structured play, learning, and leadership.
• Supervise and inspire a group of school-age children.
• Be a trusted mentor and a daily highlight in a child’s life.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliability

Creativity

Energy

Enthusiasm

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking a Before & After-School Child Care Counselor to support kids in Clover Hill, Deep Creek, Moseley, Spring Run and Winterpock Elementary schools. Hours align with school days: 6:45am-9:15am and/or 3:30pm-6:15pm, offering a meaningful role for energetic role models.

The position pays $16 to $16.50 per hour and invites you to join a mission-driven team that mentors youth and fosters growth through fun, structured activities and leadership opportunities.