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Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area · 5 months ago

After School Program Counselor - Youth Development Professional (Troy)

Troy Clubhouse & Troy City School District

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$15.75/hr - $15.75/hr

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area is dedicated to inspiring and enabling young people to realize their full potential. The YDP School-Based role supports the program supervisor in managing educational and recreational activities for children while ensuring their safety and fostering a positive learning environment.

Non-profit Organization Management

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Deliver Boys and Girls Club programs to club members in a fun and engaging manner

Receive lesson plans from the SACC Coordinator and implement them during enrichment and power hour activity time

Maintain open lines of communication with other Youth Development Professionals, SACC Coordinator, and club members

Co-deliver enrichment activities and programs with Youth Development Specialists

Oversee, support, and manage club members during program hours

Participate in periodical staff meetings and trainings as required

Co-deliver enrichment activities and programs with Youth Development Specialists

Ensure program areas are in compliance by understanding and implementing the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Regulations for School Age-Child Care, the Child and Adult Food Program, and grant

Assist in maintaining inventories of all program equipment and supplies; ensure all related supplies and equipment are maintained in good order (cleanliness and upkeep of Program Area after usage)

Ensure the health and safety of students and staff, by ensuring program areas are safe with evacuation and emergency procedures posted and first aid kits accessible

Conduct daily club member health check and file incident reports to SAC Coordinator

Complete Foundations in Health & Safety training, Mandated Reporter training and any additional trainings as directed by OCFS and BGCA

Qualification

CPRFirst Aid TrainingFoundations in Health & Safety trainingExperience working with youthProficient with Google Office SuiteGroup Leadership SkillsAnalytical skillsPrioritize tasksVerbal communicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Must be 18 years and older

Experience working with youth preferred

Knowledge of principles related to the development of youth between 4 and 13 years of age

Physical and PPD Test

CPR and First Aid Training, or the ability to obtain

Foundations in Health & Safety training

Mandated Reporter

Excellent verbal and written communication skills (to children and fellow staff)

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Proficient with Google Office Suite or related software

Ability to implement enrichment activities and programs effectively

Group Leadership Skills

Proficiency in safety practices and procedures

Must pass a comprehensive OCFS check, including fingerprinting, child abuse clearance, and sex offender registry check, as required by BGCCA/NYSED/OCFS regulations

Preferred

Experience working with youth preferred

Benefits

Sick leave

Supplemental health and dental insurance

New York Paid Family Leave benefits

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Eligibility for additional third-party discounts

Company

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area provide safe havens for young people by offering quality programs and critical relationships with nurturing and reliable adults.

Founded in 1892