SACC - Counselor Princeton Schools - PRY

Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a local nonprofit committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other. At GSCY, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.

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General Function :

Under the direction of the Site Director & School Age Child Care Director, the Before or After School Program Counselor oversees the daily operations at a designated Princeton YMCA Before or After School site and ensures the successful delivery of the program. Working closely with the Site Director & School Age Child Care Director, this person will work collaboratively with the school staff team and volunteers to implement an appropriate daily schedule that advances the program goals.

Principal Activities :

Supervises groups of children and leads staff when applicable

Create and maintain a fun environment for children to work and play productively and comfortably, and have full access to all necessary materials

Demonstrate leadership and be a positive influence and role model to colleagues and staff

Communicate issues related to students to Site Director & Program Director

With Site Director, support parent / family communication and follow-up

Participate at in-service meetings

Supervise and manage daily snack

Maintain and track supplies for programs and activities including equipment and program supplies; administrative supplies; and first aid equipment

Maintain rosters and attendance records and assure accurate record-keeping

Ensure implementation of the health and safety policies that pertain to program participants and staff at all times, including follow through on all incident reports and document filing

Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

Must be 16 years of age or over

Experience with children in school, after school, or camp setting

Sound judgment, ability to prioritize and be self-directed, and work independently

Ability to work flexibly with a collaborative team of staff members and volunteers

Ability to maintain systems for accurate record keeping; ability to enter data and / or word process

Current CPR and First Aid Certification, or obtain within 90 days of hire

Must be willing to work with all persons without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, socioeconomic status or disability

Positive, “can do” attitude which is demonstrated by a willingness to pitch in and help wherever needed as well as an ability to anticipate what is needed

Must be committed to the goals and objectives of the Princeton YMCA programs

Must be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with YMCA standards and best practices

2022-2023 School Year Locations :

Princeton Public Schools :

Johnson Park Elementary (After School only)

285 Rosedale Rd

Princeton, New Jersey 08540

Littlebrook Elementary (After School only)

39 Magnolia Lane

Princeton, New Jersey 08540

Riverside Elementary (After School only)

58 Riverside Drive

Princeton, New Jersey 08540

Community Park Elementary (After School only)

372 Witherspoon Street

Princeton, New Jersey 08540

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include :

FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.

10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.

Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.

Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.

Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.