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Before & After School Counselor
YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester
Looking for a job that's rewarding, flexible, and fun? Join the YMCA and help create unforgettable mornings and afternoons for children in your community!
As a Before & After School Counselor, you'll be a positive role model, helping children build friendships, explore new interests, stay active, and feel supported every day. Whether you're leading a game, helping with homework, or simply making a child smile, you'll make a lasting impact.
No two days are ever the same!
What You'll Do
✔ Flexible morning and afternoon schedules that fit around school or another job
✔ Competitive pay
✔ Paid training and professional development
✔ Great experience for education, psychology, recreation, and social work majors
✔ Leadership opportunities and career growth within the YMCA
✔ Convenient locations throughout Westchester and Putnam Counties
✔ Work with an amazing team while making a real difference in children's lives
Qualifications
At the YMCA, we're more than an after-school program—we're a community. Every afternoon, you'll help children learn, grow, gain confidence, and create memories they'll carry with them for years to come. If you're looking for a job that's meaningful, rewarding, and genuinely fun, we'd love to have you on our team.
Apply today and help make every school day the best part of a child's day!
Before & After School Counselor
YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester
Looking for a job that's rewarding, flexible, and fun? Join the YMCA and help create unforgettable mornings and afternoons for children in your community!
As a Before & After School Counselor, you'll be a positive role model, helping children build friendships, explore new interests, stay active, and feel supported every day. Whether you're leading a game, helping with homework, or simply making a child smile, you'll make a lasting impact.
No two days are ever the same!
What You'll Do
- Build positive relationships with children and families
- Lead and participate in games, arts & crafts, STEM activities, outdoor play, homework help, and group activities
- Help create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment
- Supervise children while following NYS OCFS health and safety regulations
- Support the Site Leader with daily program activities
- Be a positive role model by demonstrating kindness, respect, and enthusiasm
✔ Flexible morning and afternoon schedules that fit around school or another job
✔ Competitive pay
✔ Paid training and professional development
✔ Great experience for education, psychology, recreation, and social work majors
✔ Leadership opportunities and career growth within the YMCA
✔ Convenient locations throughout Westchester and Putnam Counties
✔ Work with an amazing team while making a real difference in children's lives
Qualifications
- At least 16 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent (or currently working toward one)
- Experience working with children is preferred
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A positive attitude and a passion for working with kids
At the YMCA, we're more than an after-school program—we're a community. Every afternoon, you'll help children learn, grow, gain confidence, and create memories they'll carry with them for years to come. If you're looking for a job that's meaningful, rewarding, and genuinely fun, we'd love to have you on our team.
Apply today and help make every school day the best part of a child's day!
Salary : $17 - $20