Counselor - Tracking Out | Poole Family YMCA

Theuniversityunion; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Theuniversityunion is seeking a Youth Counselor to lead, develop and build relationships with youth participants under the Youth Program Director. This part-time, non-exempt role supports the YMCA's mission by delivering engaging activities from Monday through Friday.

You will work with diverse youth, supervise and implement programs, ensure safety, and participate in staff meetings. Prior experience is preferred but not required; at least 16 years old; strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Experience with children/teens preferred but not required.
• Experience in outdoor education or organizing activities is preferred.
• Certifications or trainings may be required.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups in the community.
• Multilingual is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and build relationships with elementary/middle school students.
• Plan and run culturally relevant activities aligned with YMCA values.
• Lead special camper activities, including water/swim at sites.
• Create a fun, safe, friendly and challenging atmosphere.
• Model responsible behavior and mentor youth.
• Foster positive relationships with campers, parents and staff.
• Follow YMCA policies on medical, safety and discipline matters.
• Maintain space and equipment; keep area clean daily.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Develop community relations and maintain clear communication.

Skills

Outdoor education

Activity planning

Crafts

Songs/music

Sports & games

Multilingual

Job description

• Base Pay $11.00 / Hour
• Job Category Youth Development
• Employee Type Part-Time Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Youth Program Director, the Youth Counselor is responsible for leading, developing, and building relationships with the youth participants in the program.

They are responsible for managing these functions in accordance with the stated mission, goals, and policies established by the administrative staff, governing committees, and Board of Directors of the YMCA.

Job Schedule (Days): Monday - Friday

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervisesand builds relationships witha group of elementaryand/or middle schoolTrack Out students.
• Implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriateandconsistent with YMCA values.
• Responsible for leading special activities for campers, which may include water and swim activities at participating sites.
• Creates an atmosphere that is fun, safe, friendly and challenging.
• Mentors and models responsible behavior while leadingchildren inthe program.
• Models and facilitates relationship-building skills in all interactionsand maintains positiverelationships with campers, parents, school staff and other YMCA staff.
• Adheres toYMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinarysituations, child abuse prevention and emergency management.
• Ensures that space and equipment used for the program is taken care of andleft in good, clean condition daily.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 16 years of age.
• Previous experience working with children or teenspreferredbutnot required.
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor education, planning andorganizing activities, crafts, songs/music, skits, sports, recreational games,etc.
• Specific certifications and/or training may be required.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Multi-lingual desired but not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range, or special accommodations made ofsufficientnature for completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly through speech and understanding of the English language.
• Ability to walk, run, stand, kneel,stoop,and manual dexterity.