Y Campus Connection - Site Counselor - Ed Isakson / Alpharetta Family
Company: YMCA Metro Atlanta
Location: alpharetta
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
The opportunities to serve are vast, and we're looking for a
diverse mix of people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY,
RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY, to join us and do their best work. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our
people, our members, and our partners. We are fully focused on
equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual
orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other
wonderful characteristics that make us different. Under the general direction of the After-School Program Director
and Virtual Learning Micro Site Director, the Counselor (Floater in
AM) is responsible for leading assigned groups in various planned
activities that support the overall goals of the virtual learning
and afterschool program. The incumbent will assist the team with
virtual learning in the areas of technology set-up, homework
assistance and student support, along with planning and
implementing enrichment activities for participants that builds
upon the skills needed to be successful. In addition, the
counselor/floater will organize activities in the afternoon
including but not limited to the following: STEM; YF4L;
Arts-n-Humanities and; other activities. All program decisions must
be guided by Bright from the Start/DECAL and the YMCA program
standards. This position must perform duties in accordance with the
policies, goals, mission, values and objectives established by the
Metro Atlanta YMCA, Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols
including COVID-19, and Member Services Guidelines and Program
Non-negotiables. Emphasis will be placed on member service, program
knowledge, participant/staff safety, and communication with members
and staff. Minimum Requirements: * Must be 18 years of age. * Must have a High-School diploma or
equivalent. * If working at a Bright from the Start licensed
facility, must possess a minimum credential that meets BFTS
requirement. * Have a minimum of one-year prior experience working
with school-age children in a group setting. * Prefer a minimum of
one-year experience working in a licensed setting and supervision
of participants in a school-age setting is a plus. * Have evidence
of a current successful completion of biennial training in
CPR/First Aid/AED. * Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
* Have experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word,
Excel, and Power Point, as well as, internet technology platforms
such as Google Classroom and Zoom. * If working at a BFTS licensed
facility, must receive a cleared GCIC/NCIC and a cleared
Fingerprint check through * BFTS before working. (Annual GCIC
checks will be conducted before each school year begin.) Ongoing Responsibilities: * Operate the program according to YMCA, and BFTS/DECAL-if
working at a licensed facility, policies and procedures. * Create
an environment that provides various activities and instruction to
support program goals. * Operate and deliver the program in
compliance with YMCA regulations. * Discuss and report any concerns
with the Site Director. * Maintain personal file to remain in
compliance with the YMCA, and Bright From the Start/DECAL if
working at a licensed facility. * Compile attendance records and
other pertinent information required by the program, as needed. *
Coordinate supply needs with the Site Director. * Attend YMCA and
other trainings as scheduled. Maintain BFTS annual trainings hours,
if at a licensed facility. * Consult with the Site Director on
concerns related to student(s) development or behavior. * Provide
input into the planning and development of the program. * Complete
monthly self-assessments of the program, as needed. * Assist
students with virtual learning homework assignments as required by
their school district. * Perform other duties as related to the
delivery of a quality program. * This position must perform duties
in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values and
objectives established by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta, Branch
Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols Including COVID-19, and Member
Services Guidelines and Program Non-Negotiables. Emphasis will be
placed on member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety,
and communication with members and staff. * Implements the YMCA
safety protocol both related to COVID-19 and branch operations. *
Implement wellness checks and provide a leadership role in ensuring
participant/staff adherence to the safety protocols, with a
commitment to positive member and staff safety. * Assist with the
organization and implementation of enrichment activities by age
requirements. * AM Counselors will assist with morning drop-off and
check-in of students. * AM Floaters will assist with bathroom
breaks, lunches, etc. YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values of caring,
honesty, respect and responsibility; demonstrates a desire to serve
others and fulfill community needs; recruits volunteers and
supports fundraising activities. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different
backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions; builds rapport;
seeks first to understand others' point of view and remains calm;
speaks and writes effectively; takes initiative. Operational Effectiveness: Strive to meet or exceed goals and
deliver a high-value experience for members; Makes sound judgments
and transfers knowledge from one situation to another; establishes
goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in
meetings; follows policies and procedures; strives for best
practices. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development; demonstrates an
openness to change; is emotionally mature. Effect on End Result: Children and Families will experience a high-quality school-age
program. Children will be supervised at all times. The program will
remain in compliance at all times with the YMCA, and BFTS if at a
licensed facility, rules and regulations. Ergonomic Requirements: Bending, stooping, standing, sitting, lifting up to thirty
pounds, seeing, hearing, keyboard input, ability to change
diapers. I understand my status of a Site Director is contingent upon
keeping the minimum enrollment. Location: Ed Isakson / Alpharetta YMCA
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