Afterschool Counselor (Richardson)

POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
General support of Before and After School Enrichment (BASE), Summer Day Camp, Fun & Snow Day programs.
This position works directly with children and parents to ensure all programs meet and exceed expectations.
The Assistant Teacher will incorporate caring, honesty, faith, respect and responsibility into all aspects of the program.
OUR CULTURE: Our mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all - and core values – Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith - 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.
The Akron Area YMCA stands with others in denouncing prejudice, racism, intolerance, and all other forms of discrimination.
We are committed to our mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
In the 150-year history of the Akron Area YMCA we have always and will continue to be dedicated to doing more, doing better, and thus becoming a champion of change in our community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Create a vibrant cause-centered culture for children and families.
SUPPORT: Classroom staff, children and volunteers and understand their value.
ASSIST: Help implement weekly lesson plans that are aligned to curriculum and State of Ohio standards.
Lesson plans must be turned in and approved weekly.
Maintain child and classroom assessments and screenings.
Must have an understanding and be able to communicate curriculum, standards, assessments and screenings to a state licensing specialist.
Maintain accurate records for licensing, USDA & other funding agencies.
INNOVATE: Create an environment that is welcoming and meets all requirements set forth by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and Step Up to Quality programs.
INCLUDE: Provides all children with activities that are age-appropriate, engaging, diverse and educational.
Guides children’s behavior utilizing appropriate behavior management techniques.
COLLABORATE: Work with site staff to maintain the cleanliness, upkeep and organization of all program areas.
This includes assisting with the clean-up following meals and snacks.
Must complete all required trainings that may include: ODJFS trainings, Step up to Quality trainings, or others assigned by your supervisor.
Staff are expected to be in attendance at all mandatory staff meetings.
Play an active role in branch fundraising efforts including the Annual Campaign, Special Events, and Grants/Foundations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Engaging Community-Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
Inclusion-Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence Collaboration- Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community Program/Project Management-Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs Emotional Maturity-Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations QUALIFICATIONS: Must qualify to be an Assistant Teacher under the Step Up to Quality program and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
Certifications in CPR, First Aid, Communicable Disease and Child Abuse Prevention are required to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Must be able to provide a copy of High school diploma, a completed medical form (JFS 01296) and undergo a BCI/FBI background check prior to first day of work.
Must be committed to YMCA mission, values and philanthropic efforts.
Must have reliable transportation WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Stand for extended periods of time Lift up to 50 pounds Indoor and outdoor work required WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Sit and stand for extended periods of time.
Indoor and outdoor work required.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.