Plainfield YMCA is looking for great individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of the school-aged children in our communities like in Plainfield, NJ. Becoming an After School Counselor will allow you to expand on skills you will need later in life, including leadership, communication, problem-solving, and more.

Plainfield YMCA is currently seeking School Age Child Care (SACC) Counselors that are cause-driven leaders that share our commitment to nurturing and supporting our children, promoting youth development, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. SACC Counselors are responsible for assisting in supervising a group of children at the site-specific location (s). SACC Counselors are under the direction of the SACC & Camp Program Director; Senior Program Director; and the Site Supervisor.

Spanish Bilingual preferred!

Hours:

Must be able to work 5 days a week, if a flexible schedule is needed, please have it prepared during the interview.

Depending on which school we place you in, your hours will be as follows till yearend, and for 2023-2024 School:

Monday – Friday

2:00 PM -6:00 PM

Hiring Site Location (Opened Positions):

Cook School (5)

Cedarbrook K-8 School (3)

Emerson School (3)

Barlow School (3)

Clinton School (3)

Evergreen School (3)

Jefferson School (3)

Stillman School (3)

Washington Community School (3)

***Must have reliable transportation options as scheduling is based on coverage needs at the multiple locations listed above.

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.

Essential Functions

• Assists with the implementation of a varied and challenging program of activities for children (ages 6-13) which includes Homework Time, Enrichment Activities, Organized Physical Activities, Free Play, and Snack Time.
• Assists the Site Supervisor with the supervision of all children on the site groups of 6-100 children
• Build relationships with children and families - Greet them in a positive manner every day.
• Maintains discipline with children during all activities under the guidance of the GSCYMCA Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Assists the Site Supervisor with motivating and encouraging all children to participate in program activities.
• Provides a safe environment for children and follows all required safety procedures in case of emergency.
• Assists the Site Supervisor in developing an attractive, organized, clean, and stimulating space:
  • Cleaning and disinfecting of all equipment as per state requirements (daily or weekly).
  • Maintain site/room, equipment, and materials in an orderly and safe manner.
  • Set up the site/room in advance of the children's arrival and cleans up after the children's departure.
  • Maintains group belongings including state binder, student information sheets, necessary medications when off-site, and first aid kit
• Keeps Site Supervisor apprised of situations requiring their attention as it relates to children's behavior

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have High School Diploma or be a Senior in High School
• Must have experience working with children in a structured group setting
• Must have the ability to learn and think quickly to solve child-to-child situations
• Good communication skills and ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.

Mandatory Adherence/Training/Licensing Requirements:

Adherence

• Embraces our 4 YMCA Core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, & Responsibility and encourages peers and campers to do so
• Adheres and incorporates the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and educates members about the YMCA mission and goals

Training

• Attends all training, seminars, and meetings as required during Weekdays, Evenings, and Weekends.
• Completion of Onboarding and New Hire Training within 2 weeks to 30 days of accepting the Hiring offer.
• Completion of health care provider's statement indicating that he or she is in good health and poses no health risk to persons at the center. Such statement shall be based on a medical examination within the six months immediately preceding such person's working at the center. A Mantoux tuberculin skin test and results are required with the exam.

Licensing Requirements

• Be responsible for directly working with children (care, supervision, or instructing);
• Be registered in the Workforce Registry through NJCCIS with an updated professional profile record (salary/title/hire date);
• Meet CCDBG health and safety training requirements which include completion of the following training*:
  • Health and Safety Basics
  • Identifying Child Abuse and Neglect – Mandated Reporting
  • Foundations of Child Development or Youth Growth Development
  • CPR and First Aid
• Complete criminal background check
• Staff must have proof of training uploaded and documented in NJCCIS.

About the Company:

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. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org

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.