Afterschool Junior Counselor- Hoover Schools

Primary Summary:

The YMCA focuses on strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Actively participate in activities/games with children, effectively monitor behavior using appropriate discipline techniques, and develop age-appropriate skills. Depending on experience and ability, some Junior Afterschool Counselors will be asked to lead and manage a group of children under the shared supervision of an Afterschool Counselor.

This part-time opportunity requires you to be available Monday-Friday from school dismissal to 6:00 p.m. on school days. We offer a flexible schedule that allows you to balance work with other activities. The Junior Afterschool Counselor will provide a positive role model to youth & teens within the philosophy of YMCA standards and expectations, emphasizing youth development and healthy living.

Schools: Bluff Park, Brock's Gap, Deer Valley, Green Valley, Greystone, Gwin, Riverchase, Rocky Ridge, Shades Mountain, South Shades Crest and Trace Crossings.

Essential Functions:

1. Supervise the children at all times, with first priority in their safety, following risk management policies.
2. Participate and encourage the participation of all students in daily activities and events.
3. Attend staff meetings, mandatory training, and other YMCA events such as in-service, parent nights, and special events as required by the program.
4. Responsible for the care of all facilities, equipment, and supplies.
5. Provide opportunities for youth development as defined by the YMCA of Greater Birmingham and in areas of leadership and core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility.
6. Communicate with co-workers and supervisors about incidents involving children’s behavior, actions, or other concerns. 
7. Follow YMCA policies and procedures.
8. Prepare and maintain necessary supplies.
9. Arrive to work on time, as scheduled, dressed appropriately & ready to work.
10. Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
11. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise children and teens will: 

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children and teens
• Attend required abuse risk management training annually
• Adhere to procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising children and teens.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. 
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements. 
 

Minimum Requirements:

1. Must be at least 16 years old

2. Successful completion of background and Child Abuse & Neglect screening

3. CPR/First Aid Certification (training provided if needed)

4. Must be available Monday-Friday from school dismissal to 6:00 p.m. on school days.

5. Willing to have FUN and PLAY at work

6. Attend regular in-service training

7. Adhere to YMCA standards of service

8. Complete all required online training

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to strengthen our community, beginning with you.