Afterschool Counselor (North-South-East Sites)- The YMCA of Austin
Afterschool Counselor
Job Description
Our Afterschool programs operate in 64 elementary schools across Hays CISD, Manor ISD, Austin ISD, Round Rock ISD, and area charter schools. As an Afterschool Counselor, you inspire young learners by creating an environment for them to have positive social experiences. This is accomplished through a wide range of afterschool activities, such as physical activities, social-emotional learning, creativity, and critical thinking. Our goal is to meet the social, emotional, and academic needs of our young learners so they can grow into the changemakers of tomorrow.
Afterschool programs are Monday through Friday between the hours 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm.
Key Responsibilities of the Position
What You’ll Do:
Provide care for a group of youth ages 4-13 years, such as initiating schedules, routines, and activities during after-school hours
Working at all times with additional counselors at a 1:17 ratio
Responsible for the safety of the children onsite within the Texas Child Care directives.
Ensure youth are learning positive behaviors and providing guidance.
Leading and supervising play activities, games, sports, and creative projects in the arts, sciences, and math
Follow Curriculum lesson plans put in place which include educational and recreational activities for children in a group setting.
Guiding youth through their school assignments, offering help if needed.
Distribute snacks following sanitation, USDA, and CCR guidelines
Enforce safety and security standards for children and visitors.
Working Conditions:
Ability to read and record information, communicate effectively (verbally and in writing), maintain a focus and solutions-oriented mindset under complex situations, regular walking, reaching, bending, lifting, and standing. Must be able to routinely lift 10 lbs., and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
Qualifications - Education and Experience:
High School graduate or GED equivalent. Minimum age of 18 years.
Related education and/or experience in childhood development
Prior experience working with young children preferred
You commit yourself: You bring fun, are positive, engaging, and caring. You understand the importance of routine with children and commit yourself to consistently fulfilling your scheduling requirements
You have a growth mindset: You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in the effort to continuously improve
You are a team player: You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and you can work well with others.
You are a strong communicator: You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively.
You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging: You leverage people’s differences as strengths
Hours and Compensation
Hours for this position are part-time. Afterschool Counselors work Monday through Friday between the hours 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm. This position is in-person. Compensation for this position is $15 per hour.
Earn up to $1,500 in bonuses when you join our team today and meet the criteria, plus receive a $100 retention bonus per month when you stay with us!
Rewards we offer you:
Free Household Membership to facilities operated by the YMCA of Austin (worth $1,000 annually)
12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Access to 403b savings upon hire
Learning and development workshops and trainings
Career advancement opportunities
Flexible schedules
Start Date
The application deadline is rolling.
To Apply
To apply for this position, click here. The full position listing is also available here.
This position is listed by the YMCA of Austin. The YMCA of Austin is a dynamic, equitable force in the community that helps people of all backgrounds improve their total wellbeing and quality of life. Founded in 1953 and anchored in three Central Texas counties, the Y is a $40 million community enterprise that serves nearly 100,000 people annually through eight centers. We also provide afterschool education and care at more than 70 licensed campuses in four school districts. Unlike any other organization in the region, the Austin Y has the unique ability to welcome, educate and elevate all, and is committed to creating innovative programs, places, and people.
The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
The YMCA of Austin provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. YMCA of Austin complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
