Part-Time After-School Youth Counselor & Apprentice

YMCA of the Triangle; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Theuniversityunion in Cary, NC seeks a Youth Counselor Apprentice to lead and develop relationships with youth in our after-school program, in collaboration with Wake Tech Community College’s Apprenticeship program. The role supports multiple site locations and emphasizes safety, engagement, and YMCA values.

The position offers part-time hours and opportunities to mentor students, coordinate activities, and work with school staff, parents, and community partners to foster positive growth.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in Wake Tech’s Apprenticeship program and selected to participate by college administration guidelines.
• Previous experience working with children or teens preferred but not required.
• Experience in outdoor education, planning and organizing activities, crafts, songs/music, skits, sports or recreational games.
• 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.
• Multilingual desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and builds relationships with a group of elementary and/or middle school students.
• Implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Creates an atmosphere that is fun, safe, friendly and challenging.
• Mentors and models responsible behavior while leading children in the program.
• Models and facilitates relationship-building skills in all interactions and maintains positive relationships with campers, parents, school staff and other YMCA staff.
• Adheres to YMCA policies and procedures, including medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency management.
• Ensures space and equipment used for the program is kept in good, clean condition daily.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.

Education

Wake Tech Apprenticeship enrollment

Job description

Theuniversityunion in Cary, NC seeks a Youth Counselor Apprentice to lead and develop relationships with youth in our after-school program, in collaboration with Wake Tech Community College’s Apprenticeship program. The role supports multiple site locations and emphasizes safety, engagement, and YMCA values.

The position offers part-time hours and opportunities to mentor students, coordinate activities, and work with school staff, parents, and community partners to foster positive growth.