YMCA of Upper Palmetto·Indian Land, South Carolina
The After School Counselor is responsible for providing program leadership to a specific after-school student group, which includes maintaining discipline and planning and implementing open period activities. This role also involves assisting management with branch activities, maintaining equipment, and keeping accurate reports and attendance records.
Position Summary: Part Time Shifts 1:45pm-6:00pm, Monday-Friday
Under supervision of the Site Coordinator/Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the afterschool counselor is responsible for providing program leadership in an afterschool student group. The Counselor will assist the Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Manager/Regional VP with various branch activities such as special events, and other activities that occur on various occasions.
Leadership for specific after school group.
Maintain discipline within after school group.
Follow emergency procedures in case of accidents.
Remain with after school group at all times.
Plan and implement open period activities.
Maintain after school equipment.
Maintain reports and attendance records.
Follow established after school procedures and guidelines.
Follow the YMCA mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Candidates must be at least 16 years old and a junior in high school, with no prior experience required, though exposure to small structured group work is beneficial. A positive attitude aligned with the YMCA's mission is essential, along with the physical ability to perform tasks like lifting up to 25 lbs.
Market context
Demand for after-school counselors in South Carolina is typically tied to school-year child care needs and youth program staffing. This role is competitive because employers often require CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention certification, plus prior experience working with children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your certifications and match your experience to the program’s age group and supervision expectations before applying.