Counselor - School Age Child Care (Hanover/Henrico Program Locations)

YMCA of Greater Richmond; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 22,730; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Make a real impact in the community

Grow your career in youth development

Supportive, mission-driven team

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking an After-School Child Care Counselor in Virginia to positively impact children after school. You will create engaging activities, support youth development, and supervise school-age children.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED, and your enthusiasm for working with kids is highly valued. The role offers a schedule of weekdays from 2:00 PM to 6:15 PM and a salary range of $16-16.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• 6 months of experience working with children preferred.
• A passion for working with kids is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create fun, engaging activities that help kids grow.
• Support youth development through structured play.
• Supervise a group of school-age children.
• Be a trusted mentor in a child's life.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliability

Creativity

Energy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Be a Hero After the Bell Rings! Join the YMCA of Greater Richmond

Are you ready to make a difference after the school day? The YMCA of Greater Richmond is on the lookout for positive, energetic role models to join our team in the Hanover/Henrico Region.

Position: After‑School Child Care Counselor

Locations: Adams Elementary, Atlee Station Family YMCA, Chickahominy Family YMCA, Kersey Creek Elementary, Mechanicsville Elementary and the Patrick Henry Family YMCA

Hours: Weekdays - 2:00pm-6:15pm

Salary Range: $16-16.50 per hour

What You'll Do:

• 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 awesome school‑age children
• Be a trusted mentor and a daily highlight in a child's life

What We're Looking For:

• A 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 your enthusiasm matters most!

Why Join the Y?

• Make a real impact in your community
• Grow your career in youth development
• Be part of a supportive, mission‑driven team

Ready to be the reason a child smiles today? Apply now and bring your spark to the YMCA!