Year-Round Counselor

City of Raleigh North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Raleigh North Carolina is seeking a Year-Round Counselor for a part-time, weekday-only, year-round position to lead activities, foster positive relationships, and support school-age participants in a recreational setting.

Under the supervision of the School Programs Coordinator, you will implement engaging activities, ensure safety, and communicate with families and staff while upholding program values.

Qualifications

• Part-time, weekday-only; year-round position.
• Experience or ability to lead activities and supervise youth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities aligned with program goals.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude and create a fun, safe environment.
• Supervise participants and build respectful relationships with youth, families, and staff.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and families.
• Follow policies and procedures related to safety, emergencies, and reporting.

Job description

This is a part-time, weekday-only, year-round position. Under the supervision of the School Programs Coordinator, the Year-Round Counselor is responsible for leading activities, fostering positive relationships, and supporting school-age participants in a recreational setting.

The counselor ensures all duties are carried out in alignment with the program’s core values, goals, and policies established by administrative staff.

Programming may include, but is not limited to:

• Arts & Crafts
• Food Experiences
• Dance, Drama & Movement
• Clinics

• Maintain a positive, professional attitude and create a fun, safe, and friendly environment
• Supervise participants and build strong, respectful relationships with youth, families, and staff
• Lead and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities aligned with program goals
• Provide guidance, encouragement, and model appropriate behavior
• Ensure participant’s safety and address behavioral concerns as needed
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and families
• Follow all policies and procedures, including those related to safety, emergencies, and reporting requirements
• Maintain clean, safe program spaces and equipment
• Document and report incidents as required

ADA and Other Requirements

Positions in this classification typically require the ability to: climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions.

Physical Demands (Medium Work)

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity

The position requires visual acuity sufficient to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Note

This job description is intended to be general in nature and does not represent a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Essential functions and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary depending on specific assignments.