Griggs Elementary School-Before After Counselor
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Griggs Elementary School - Before After CounselorCurrituck Family YMCA, 130 Community Way, Barco, North Carolina, United States of America Req #5556The Y is a dynamic and diverse human service organization committed to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a senseof social responsibility.BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL COUNSELORImagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of children in your community. Working at the YMCA you'll discover more than a job - you will have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the community.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 make our community stronger beginning with you.POSITION SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Child Care Director and in harmony with the established policies and goals of the YMCA, the Before & After School Lead is responsible for the general supervision and management of a group of no more than 15 children. The School Age Child Care Counselor holds primary responsibility for the education, health, welfare, and safety of the children within his/her group. The Before & After School Lead possesses the youth competencies for the job that will allow him/her to provide high-quality child care at all times. The YMCA mission is your highest priority and its goals for these children and their families are of the utmost importance. A professional, clean appearance and a respectful and committed attitude are always the minimal expectation.BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL LEAD: Helps to carry out activities, experiences, and routines for children. Promotes a team concept through a positive approach to supervision, communication, and interactions with others. Builds effective, authentic relationships with children and their parents. Adheres to all licensing standards.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum 18 years or olderSix or more months working with children ages 5 weeks to 12 years old in a licensed child care settingCPR/First Aid certification (or ability to certify within 60 days of employment)Able to communicate and work effectively with groups of children and their parents in a loving yet professional mannerClear criminal record, CRC, and C.P.S. check. Negative TB testKnowledge and maturity to observe children's behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety practices and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniquesAbility to manage the daily administrative, program-related, and supervisory responsibilities of the school-age child care programEXPECTATIONS:Treats everyone with courtesy, respect, and consideration; displays integrity; listens actively and genuinely; communicates in a clear and pleasant manner; embraces differences among people; demonstrates an active willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive criticism; and works cooperatively as a team member. Has a proven ability and concern for youth, and a desire to positively influence their development. Attend trainings as required.WORKING CONDITIONS:Requires a person of maturity and good judgment, who can operate with a minimum of guidance from the Youth DirectorRequires ability to exercise appropriate independent judgment, to assess facts and issues, and make non-routine decisions regarding day-to-day operational problems and issuesRequires effective team-building and team-leadership skillsMust maintain cooperative, functional relationships with senior leadership team, peers, and subordinatesMust maintain a positive, energetic attitude toward YMCA work, goals, and valuesPerforms the duties of direct reports as neededENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Has the ability and enthusiastic willingness to learn and lead games, crafts, songs, and other program activitiesMay be required to walk, stand, run, kneel, climb, and stoopMust be able to sit on the floor and get back upContinuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-taskingMust be able to lift, pull, and push up to 50 poundsMust be able to stand or sit for long periods of timeMust be physically able to successfully complete required certificationsACCOUNTABILITY:Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served and service satisfaction scores.BACKGROUND CHECKS:An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver's license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver's license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.The YMCA of South Hampton Roads is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at YSHR will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. YSHR does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or genetics.Please Note: Requirements, skills, and abilities described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements be interpreted as all-inclusive.#J-18808-Ljbffr