Afterschool Leader: Mentors & Activities for Kids

job description Job Title: Afterschool Counselor LeadershipLevel: Counselor Reports to: Youth and Family Director POSITION SUMMARY: Help lead a group of elementaryaged in meaningful, safe activities that allow for personal growth and providefor the best possible experience. This position is focused on nurturing thepotential of youth using a variety of tools including the Y voice and corevalues. Implement activities that align with the Developmental Assets. Responsiblefor implementing all aspects of program activities with the assigned class.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS:

• Under the direction of the Youth and Family Director Staff willcoordinate and implement both structured and unstructured programming to engage5-12-year-old youths and provide opportunities for youth/teens to succeed,develop leadership skills, and foster healthy growth.
• Provide opportunities for youth/teens to develop & strengthenacademic, physical, and social skills.
• Connect youth with caring adults, consciously engage non-engagedprogram participants and be impactful leaders to our youth.
• Oversee and support students with homework assistance and provideacademic and enrichment/recreational activities to clusters of 15-20 children.
• Attend staff meetings and training as scheduled and required.Support Leaders/Directors in implementation of meetings and training.
• Adheres to YMCA program standards regarding safety and riskmanagement.
• Act as representative of the YMCA of the Glendale at all times.Conveys information on programs and schedules and refers members to otherprograms as appropriate. Articulate the mission, cause and rally cry of theYMCA of the Glendale.
• Record and maintain daily attendance and other documentation asrequired in a timely manner.
• Ensure that classroom and program spaces are clean, organized andsafe.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related tomedical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, emergencies, dressguidelines and cleanliness standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

SAFETY & RISKMANAGEMENT:

Adheres to all safety policies,rules and standard operating procedures established by the YMCA. Inspects, corrects and maintains thework station/environment to ensure it is free from hazards or unsafe conditions. Reports all injuries andaccidents, no matter how minor, immediately to the appropriate supervisor. Immediately reports all observedunsafe acts and conditions to the supervisor. Always reports to work in anacceptable condition, not under the influence of any substance that couldinhibit the ability to work safety or efficiently. YOUTHPROTECTION STATEMENT: The YMCA ofGlendale is committed to the development, health and well-being of children andyouth in our care. Any form of physical, mental, emotional or sexual abuse willnot be tolerated. We have instituted policies, procedures, training andsupervision requirements to create an organizational culture focused on theprotection of all children and youth involved in YMCA programs and activities.For more information about our Child Abuse Prevention Policy please contactyour Program Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Highschool graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
2. Previousexperience working with children preferably in an afterschool or day campsetting
3. Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: homework help, arts& crafts, sports, recreational games, etc…
4. At least18 years of age (The age minimum may be higher depending on state law and YMCApolicies.)
5. CPR,First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30days of hire date.
6. Previousexperience with diverse populations preferred.

WORKENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully performthe essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability toplan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety ofoutdoor/indoor settings.

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