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After School Counselor / Leader - Palo Alto

YMCA

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#Child Care#CPR Certification#Bilingual#After School Program#Youth Development#First Aid Certification#YMCA#Child Abuse Prevention#Tuberculosis Test
#Behavioral Management
#Academic Support
Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$24 - $25 / HOURPosted 20 hours ago

Location

Palo Alto, California

Salary

$24 - $25 / HOUR

Quick overview

Responsible for the general supervision of youth and teens, including planning and implementing physical, nutritional, and academic activities. Ensures participant safety and maintains positive interactions with children, parents, and teachers.

Requirements summary

Requires a minimum age of 18 and 48 semester college units or an approved alternative placement. Must be certified in CPR and First Aid and provide proof of a negative tuberculosis test.

associate degreeCommunicationCollaborationCPRBehavior ManagementActivity PlanningProgram ManagementTutoringFirst AidYouth SupervisionChild SafetyPositive DisciplineAcademic Enrichment

Job description

After School - School Age Child Care Counselor/Leader is responsible for general supervision of youth and teens, planning and implementing activities (physical activities, nutrition, academic enrichment, homework assistance, and light tutoring). Due to the direct supervision and ratio requirements outlined by the State of California, this position will not have an option to work from home during program operational hours.

Salary Range

$24.00-$25.00/Hour

Essential functions

  • Ensure the safety and well-being of participants by; knowing participant locations at all times, making participants aware of and enforcing appropriate safety regulations and procedures, applying appropriate behavior management techniques, and maintaining all program equipment and facilities.
  • Assist children with school-directed virtual learning.
  • Implement group activity plan; preparing materials, activities, and environments
  • Consistently demonstrate positive interaction with all children; talk to them and treat them with dignity and respect. Help children to develop a positive self-esteem and sense of self-worth
  • Adhere to all processes, procedures, rules and regulations of the YMCA, licensing, Public Health Department and school district.
  • Positively ID individuals picking-up before releasing children.
  • Identify emergency situations then respond quickly and appropriately.
  • Consistently demonstrate positive discipline; teach and redirect rather than scolding or reprimanding; firmly and consistently enforce the rules.
  • Introduce yourself to parents & teachers, and communicate with them regularly with confidence regarding accurate program information: schedule changes, permission slips, etc.
  • Clean, disinfect and pick up areas used by the program, as needed.
  • Follow all YMCA policies for working with youth and vulnerable adults.
  • Complete required abuse prevention training.
  • Supervise high-risk activities responsibly and report any unsafe or inappropriate behavior.
  • Follow mandated reporting laws for suspected abuse.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical demands

The physical demands of the position include

  • Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
  • Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
  • Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.
  • Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.

Qualifications

  • Prefer prior experience working with youth and/or teens.
  • Certified in CPR and First Aid (or be certified within 30 days of hire).
  • Complete YMCA child abuse prevention within 30 days of hire.
  • Provide proof of negative tuberculosis test within the last calendar year (then valid for up to 4 years).
  • Bilingual preferred.
  • After School Counselor: Must be 18 years of age.
  • After School Counselor: 48 semester college units required or successful completion of alternative placement planned identified by the district the individual is assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

  • Collaboration:Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
  • Communication &
  • Influence:Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.
  • 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.
  • Program/Project
  • Management:Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.

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The YMCA is a nonprofit, charitable membership organization based on Christian principles dedicated to improving the quality of life in our community. The YMCA of Youngstown consists of the Central Y in downtown Youngstown, the Davis Family Y in Boardman, Ohio, and Camp Fitch Y,...

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California support roles need core child-safety credentials

In California, support roles that work with children often draw steady interest because schools and programs need staff who can help maintain safe, inclusive environments. These roles can be competitive when candidates already have CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention training, plus experience working with diverse groups of children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications are current before applying.

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