Counselor - School Age Child Care - Midlothian YMCA

YMCA of Greater Richmond; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is hiring a Before & After-School Child Care Counselor at the Midlothian YMCA. You will create fun activities that support growth, supervise school-age children, and mentor youth every weekday before and after school.

We seek individuals with a positive attitude, reliability, creativity, and energy. Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED; 6 months of experience preferred but enthusiasm matters most.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with a 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

Experience with kids

Enthusiasm

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 before and after the school day? The YMCA of Greater Richmond is on the lookout for positive, energetic role models to join our team in theMidlothian YMCA.

Position: Before & After-School Child Care Counselor
Locations: Midlothian YMCA
Hours: Weekdays - 6:45am-9:15am and/or 3:30pm-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?