AFTERSCHOOL COUNSELOR

YMCA of Southeastern NC

Wilmington, NC

Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Do you enjoy inspiring school-aged children and helping them learn, grow, and stay active? Are you passionate about creating fun, meaningful experiences that spark both the mind and body through games, activities, and positive encouragement? If so, this role could be the perfect fit for you! The Youth Program Leader provides guidance for program activities and implements curriculum that promotes learning, creativity, and physical activity. This role ensures a safe, fun, and supportive environment for children and families, while upholding the YMCA’s core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.
Now Hiring for positions in Leland, Shallotte, and Southport!
Essential Functions
Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans.
Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
Ensures parents are kept informed of all site and program activities and communicates both positive and negative behavior of children to parents.
Maintains program site and equipment.
Maintains required program records including attendance sheets, incident sheets, and behavior reports.
Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
Follows and implements the Healthy Eating and Physical Activity standards.
OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our purpose of strengthening communities with intention and purpose every day. We welcome all: we are open to everyone. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We nurture: we support you on your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.
YMCA PART-TIME BENEFITS OVERVIEW: At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values.
Complimentary YMCA Membership
Flexible Scheduling
Professional Development
Retirement Benefits
Employee Resource Groups
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)
Mission Advancement : Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness
to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
At least 18 years of age
CPR, First Aid and AED certification within 30 days of hire date.
Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate
program activities.
Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships
with people from different backgrounds.
Applicants should have a desire to work in a career field that involves children and families.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
JOB TITLE: AFTERSCHOOL COUNSELOR
LOCATION: Brunswick County Schools; Leland, Shallotte, and Southport
POSITION TYPE: Part - Time, Seasonal
FLSA: Non-Exempt
AVAILABILITY: Monday - Friday, 2pm - 6pm, Teacher Workdays and Holidays
PAY RATE: $13.72 - $15.12 / Hour
REPORTS TO: Regional Education Director
REVISION DATE: 7-22-2025

Posted 2026-01-30

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