Pocomoke After School

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

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