What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Program Counselor - Scottsdale / Paradise Valley Family YMCA position at VALLEY OF THE SUN YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION?
The Valley of the Sun YMCA is honored to be among the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States, recognized for transforming our culture, vision, and operations. With 12 branches across the Valley and Northern Arizona, along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott, we are a rapidly growing, cause-driven organization. Our mission is to enhance the nation's health and well-being while creating opportunities to give back and support our communities. If you are dedicated to being part of a greater movement, a career with the YMCA is for you.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PROGRAM COUNSELOR:
- Lead children through fun interactive activates such as arts & crafts, gym games and so much more.
- Create positive lasting memories for each child, each day.
*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS TO BE A PROGRAM COUNSELOR:
- Minimum age of 18
- Must enjoy working with children
- Current fingerprint clearance card and negative TB or the ability to obtain.
- A positive energetic attitude
- Imagination and creativity
- Flexible schedule availability
- After School: W: 12:30-6:30pm M, T, Th, & Fri: 2:30-6:30pm
- Possess knowledge and desire to work with children.
- Possess mature judgment and sound decision-making.
- Ability to communicate effectively with members, peers, and supervisor.
- Ability to effectively communicate information on YMCA Child Care Programs.
- Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency
PART TIME BENEFITS:
- Free YMCA Staff Membership
- Discounted Family Membership
- Employee Program Rewards and Discounts
- Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days of employment)
- Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options
OUR YMCA CULTURE:
The Valley of the Sun YMCA has been a trusted place of belonging, growth, and opportunity. We are for strengthening families, and creating opportunities for every child, teen, adult and senior to thrive. Guided by our call to Be Well. Do Good. Lead Change. Our goal is to expand access, deepen impact and secure a sustainable future for the Y across Arizona.
Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.
Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse. No form of abuse will be tolerated. All allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to in accordance with our Abuse Response Process.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.