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West Morris Area YMCA
School Age Child Care Counselor (SACC)
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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.
$42,163 / year median in New Jersey
+15% projected growth
Job Description
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The School Age Child Care Counselor (SACC) - Before and After Care School Program supports the mission of the West Morris Area YMCA by fostering a passion for the joy of learning and adventure in children.
Hours:
7-9am and/or 2:30-6pmQualifications:
- CPR/First aid certification.
- Understanding of and enthusiasm for the mission of the YMCA.
- Experience working with children in a learning or camp environment.
- Ability to effectively relate to diverse groups of people from all socio-economic backgrounds and communities.
- Bilingual a plus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.- Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children's activities.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
BENEFITS
- Paid Time Off - New Jersey's Earned Sick Leave Law
- Company participates in the Retirement Plans provided by YUSA including pension and deferred compensation
- Individual Membership (eligible for Family Membership after completion of one year of employment)
- 10% off selected West Morris Area YMCA programs (after 90 days of employment)