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Young Men's Christian Association of the Chesapeake, Inc
Chincoteague, VA | Part Time
$37k-52k (estimate)
1 Month Ago
Chincoteague After School Counselor
Young Men's Christian Association of the Chesapeake, Inc Chincoteague, VA
$37k-52k (estimate)
Part Time 1 Month Ago
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Young Men's Christian Association of the Chesapeake, Inc is Hiring a Chincoteague After School Counselor Near Chincoteague, VA

Job Title: After-School Counselor
Schedule: Available 2:15-6 pm Monday- Friday
POSITION SUMMARY:
The person selected for this position will be responsible for providing an appropriately safe, caring and
enriching environment for the children enrolled in the YMCA After-School programs. Counselors are
responsible for conducting themselves in an appropriate manner, setting an example for children,
parents and coworkers by reflecting the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Counselors are responsible for complying with all standards set by the MD Office of Childcare and will
assist in ensuring that staff adheres to all YMCA Childcare Policies and Procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & JOB DUTIES: GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
 Attend monthly staff meetings
 Work in a team environment and encourage open communication regarding concerns/issues
with children, parents or co-workers.
 Communicate with the Site Director daily
 Initiate and maintain positive relationships with school staff including principal, secretaries,
custodial staff and teachers of key importance to the after school programs
 Keep a consistent headcount on all children present at site; communicate changes with all other
staff Assist in maintaining clean-up schedules; including janitorial duties necessary to maintain
the cleanliness of the school facility and YMCA bus
 Maintain accurate documentation of attendance, absences and emergency information on each
child Comply with all emergency procedures appropriate to the site and in conformity with
procedures adopted by emergency service authorities to ensure the safety of the children
and staff
 Maintain all supplies, equipment and materials; inform the Program Director when
new/additional supplies are needed
 Ensure that all staff and children are respectful of YMCA property
 Consistently demonstrate positive interaction with all children; talk to them and treat them with
dignity and respect
 Consistently demonstrate positive discipline; teach and redirect rather than scolding or
reprimanding them; firmly and consistently enforce the rules; ensure that „the punishment fits
the crime‟
 Express clear expectations and hold children accountable for adhering to them
 Help children to develop a positive self-esteem and sense of self-worth
 Consistently demonstrate and reinforce the values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility
RESPONSIBILITIES WHEN INTERACTING WITH PARENTS:
 Positively ID parents before releasing children (picture ID necessary until you can personally
identify them)
 Introduce yourself to parents and communicate with them regularly regarding program
information: schedule changes, permission slips
 Communicate on a daily basis regarding the behavior of their children positive and negative
(make sure to have parents review and sign corrective behavior reports)
 Encourage parents to participate or volunteer in special events or on field trips
 Express appreciation for their interest in their child(s) participation in the program
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION:
 HS Diploma or General Equivalent Diploma
 Experience working with children of varied ages
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
 Must have the ability to demonstrate and/or show competency in the following areas:
 Supervising youth and presenting positive role modeling through all interactions with program
participants.
 To meet program goals
 To keep confidences, loyalties and practice professionalism
 Be reliable and dependable
 If 21 years old, able to drive safely and within the required posted speed limit, have a valid
license, current insurance, and a clean driving record; able to pass a defensive driving course
 Work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing/planning needs.
 Exercise mature judgment and sound decision making.
 Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
 Learn, follow and enforce local Y and national guidelines related to internal policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
 Lift 35 pounds using proper technique
 Must have adequate vision to effectively review documents in varied formats i.e.…paper and
digital
 Must have adequate hearing to respond to members and interact with the public.
 Ability to stand for up to 5 hours
 Ability to run up to 100 yards (in the case of an emergency)
 Currently have excellent health and be free of communicable diseases.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Part Time

SALARY

$37k-52k (estimate)

POST DATE

04/26/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

05/10/2024

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