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Town of Greenwich
Counselor - Byram Archibald Neighborhood Center (BANC)
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What they do
A Youth Counselor or Worker works with young people, primarily ages 13-18, to provide mentoring and support for dealing with problems. Works in a school or community-based program; may assist with referrals from parole or probation offices. Collaborates with teachers, family members, social workers and health care professionals to help young people facing challenges or crises.
$43,560 / year median in Connecticut
+12% projected growth
Job Description
BANC is an after school program that dedicates itself to the surrounding community by nurturing children in their social and emotional growth and provides them with an opportunity to explore the world through play and interaction with other children. The program serves 90 children ages 5-12 years old who reside in the Byram community. Most of the children who attend the program attend the New Lebanon elementary school.
Job responsibilities include:
- Providing childcare to afterschool children.
- Supervising children and facilitating activities.
- Facilitating arts & crafts activities, sporting activities, free play activities, etc.
- Supervising the children at the afterschool program.
- Assisting the children with homework and reading groups.
- Attending field trips and in-service exhibits with the children.
- Ensuring a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children.
- Assisting with daily tasks, participating in activities, and offering support to children.
- Demonstrating positivity and respect to children, staff and parents.