Afterschool Counselor - South Tampa Family YMCA

Description

Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, the Afterschool Counselor provides safety, well-being and development of participants in the after school program and is instrumental in closing the Achievement Gap and cultivating an environment in which youth have a sense of belonging. This position interacts and serves as a mentor for youth, helping to nurture their self-esteem, confidence and to reflect the Tampa Y core values when interacting with youth. The Afterschool Counselor exhibits behaviors and attitudes that are consistent with the Tampa YMCA mission and policies of the Association.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Program Quality and Growth

• Maintains complete responsibility for a program group of 20-25 students at all
• Maintains face counts and headcounts with staff ratio at all times
• Greets children and maintains a high level of professional courtesy with parents, facility personnel, staff and clients at all times.
• Creates a positive atmosphere, which boosts self-esteem and general self-concept for all
• Ensures quality of supplies, equipment and materials are well maintained. Implements curriculum that is developmentally and culturally

Operations / Leadership

Safety and Risk Management :

Additional medication training may be required, including the implementation of administering medicine such as epi-pens, inhalers, shots, injections for diabetes, etc.

Requirements

Education / Experience :

Certifications / Trainings Required :

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job includes, but not limited to :

This position may require availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.