After School Counselor
sid jacobson jccGlen Head, NY
POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:
Offsite: Herricks, Centereach and Searing town School Districts The After School Counselor is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment where children feel supported and engaged.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Meet the individual needs of children by engaging with them through play, exploration, and learning opportunities
- Communicate effectively, respectfully, and professionally with parents, guardians, and fellow staff members
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and welcoming environment where children feel valued and supported
- Assist in designing and maintaining an After School space that supports active supervision and meets the developmental needs of children
- Support children in completing their schoolwork, and offering guidance and encouragement as needed
- Communicate frequently with Site Director and Assistant Directors
- Monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times, following all JCC and OCFS safety guidelines
- Participate in staff meetings and contribute to team planning and reflection
- Complete the required number of annual training hours in accordance with New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Site Director or program leadership
QUALIFICATIONS: 1-2 years’ experience working with children ages 5-12
High School Degree Willing to submit to all background checks required by NYS Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) Strong team-building skills Detail oriented and able to multi-task
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday, depending on the activities and supervision needs.
- Frequent movement between different areas (e.g., classrooms, playgrounds, activity rooms) to ensure all students are supervised and engaged.
- Must be able to kneel, bend, squat, or crouch to interact with children at their level during activities or games.
- Ability to lift children or assist with physically demanding tasks up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to lift and carry items such as bags, supplies, or event materials (up to 20-30 lbs), especially during activity setups or cleanups. WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Both indoor and outdoor environments, depending on weather and program activities.
- Work closely with other staff members, including lead educators, fellow assistants, and possibly volunteers. Direct interaction with children, creating a positive, supportive, and nurturing atmosphere Compensation details: 19-22 Hourly Wage PI2bda4752452d-31181-38251806
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