Job Details

Job Location: Homewood City Schools - Birmingham, AL 35209

Position Type: Part Time

Primary Summary

The YMCA focuses on strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Actively participate in activities/games with children, effectively monitor behavior using appropriate discipline techniques, and develop age-appropriate skills. Depending on experience and ability, some Junior Afterschool Counselors will be asked to lead and manage a group of children under the shared supervision of an Afterschool Counselor.

This part-time opportunity requires you to be available Monday-Friday from school dismissal to 6:00 p.m. on school days. We offer a flexible schedule that allows you to balance work with other activities. The Junior Afterschool Counselor will provide a positive role model to youth & teens within the philosophy of YMCA standards and expectations, emphasizing youth development and healthy living.

Schools: Edgewood, Hall-Kent, Homewood Middle, Shades Cahaba

Essential Functions

• Supervise the children at all times, with first priority in their safety, following risk management policies.
• Participate and encourage the participation of all students in daily activities and events.
• Attend staff meetings, mandatory training, and other YMCA events such as in-service, parent nights, and special events as required by the program.
• Responsible for the care of all facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Provide opportunities for youth development as defined by the YMCA of Greater Birmingham and in areas of leadership and core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility.
• Communicate with co-workers and supervisors about incidents involving children’s behavior, actions, or other concerns.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain necessary supplies.
• Arrive to work on time, as scheduled, dressed appropriately & ready to work.
• Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.