Youth Program Counselor (Before & After School)

careers-pines-ymca; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA Membership

Discounted Programs

12% Employer Retirement Contribution

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

YMCA of the Pines is seeking a School's Out Assistant Counselor to help plan and run activities for children in before- and after-school programs. You will support safety, growth, and skill development in small groups while coordinating with the Site Supervisor and staff.

The role requires supervising children, effective communication with families, and adherence to state licensing and YMCA policies. Training in CPR/First Aid and abuse prevention is expected within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to clear state background checks (criminal history and child abuse records).
• Requires knowledge of supervising and ensuring safety of children.
• Ability to lead activities in before- and after-school settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering and participating in all activities to ensure a quality program.
• Support Site Supervisor with greeting children/parents and maintaining equipment and supplies.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and maintain open communication with families and staff.
• Build positive relationships with parents, children, and teammates while ensuring safety standards.
• Follow YMCA policies on safety, emergencies, and abuse prevention.

Skills

Child supervision

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

First Aid/CPR training

Job description

YMCA of the Pines is seeking a School's Out Assistant Counselor to help plan and run activities for children in before- and after-school programs. You will support safety, growth, and skill development in small groups while coordinating with the Site Supervisor and staff.

The role requires supervising children, effective communication with families, and adherence to state licensing and YMCA policies. Training in CPR/First Aid and abuse prevention is expected within 60 days of hire.