AFTERSCHOOL COUNSELOR
POSITION SUMMARY: MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERY AFTERNOON!
Join the YMCA of Coastal Carolina as an After School Counselor! Help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Perfect for college students, aspiring teachers, coaches, and anyone passionate about making a positive impact in their community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Lead fun, engaging activities that support youth development and learning.
- Provide a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all participants.
- Supervise children and support homework, behavior development, and social growth.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff.
- Maintain program records, supplies, and activity spaces.
- Participate in trainings, meetings, and YMCA events while supporting the YMCA mission and values.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
- Personal Growth
- Mission Advancement
- Collaboration
- Operational Effectiveness
COMMITMENT TO CHILD SAFETY
The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is committed to creating environments where children are safe, supported, and empowered to thrive. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise children are expected to:
- Adhere to YMCA policies regarding professional boundaries with youth.
- Attend all required Abuse Risk Management and Child Protection trainings.
- Follow established procedures for supervising children and managing high-risk activities.
- Immediately report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Comply with all mandated reporting requirements and child protection protocols.
- Follow all YMCA and Praesidium standards related to child abuse prevention and youth protection.
- Every employee shares responsibility for protecting the children and families entrusted to our care.