YOUTH DEVELOPMENT LEADER

Ymcatuscaloosa; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Benjamin Barnes YMCA in Tuscaloosa, AL is hiring a Youth Counselor for the after-school program. The role involves supervising students in grades K-8, contributing to program development, and guiding academic and social growth in a safe learning environment.

Compensation is hourly ($10.00–$12.00) with opportunities for professional development and collaboration with the After-school Site Director. This part-time position supports a dynamic, engaging after-school program.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelors preferred.
• A minimum of two years’ prior experience working with children under 13 years of age.
• Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience creating interactive and educational/artistic activities, youth development, academic enrichment and arts.
• Must possess oral, auditory and written communication skills.
• Must be capable of implementing the daily administrative, program related, and supervisory responsibilities of an after-school site.
• Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety and engagement of children in assigned group.
• Demonstrates competency with DHR assessment tool and is fully training.
• Plans and uses the S.A.F.E. framework to facilitate purposeful and engaging activities and group projects.
• Provide assistance with homework and encourage academic progress.
• Follows program lesson plans and implementation plan in a developmentally appropriate manner.
• Provides careful, attentive supervision, alert at all times.
• Serves as a positive role model and demonstrates professional behavior.
• Facilitates a program environment that invites exploration and positive play.
• Maintains on-going communication with supervisor and parents.

Skills

Group management

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Benjamin Barnes YMCA - Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $10.00 - $12.00 Hourly. The Youth Counselor is responsible for the daily supervision of participants grades K-8. S/he is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of all 9 program components and program activities in the after-school program. The Counselor guides the academic and social development of children; ensuring a safe, enriching, and healthy learning environment. Youth Counselors use a variety of resources, provided by the After-school Site Director to introduce new skills throughout the execution of activities. To accomplish this, Youth Counselors are required to participate in ongoing professional development and planning sessions with the After-school Site Director on a scheduled basis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures the safety and engagement of children in assigned group.
• Demonstrates competency with DHR assessment tool and is fully training.
• Plans and use the S.A.F.E. framework to facilitate purposeful and engaging activities and group projects that compliments the program’s thematic or project-based agenda.
• Provide assistance with homework and encourage academic progress.
• Follows program lesson plans and implementation plan in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of the participants.
• Provides careful, attentive supervision, alert at all times.
• Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior and understand positive youth development approaches to the academic and social development of youth.
• Facilitates a program environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children.
• Promotes a team concept through a positive approach to supervision, communication, and interactions with others. Maintains on-going communication with supervisor.
• Maintain accurate classroom records as assigned and according to program requirements.
• Communicates regularly with parents; attends parent/family events as designated by supervisor.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence.

Qualifications: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelors preferred.
• A minimum of two years’ prior experience working with children under 13 years of age required.
• Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience in creating interactive and educational/artistic activities, youth development, academic enrichment and arts.
• Must possess oral, auditory and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
• Must be capable of implementing the daily administrative, program related, and supervisory responsibilities of an after-school site.
• Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.