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Afterschool Childcare Counselor (Benton Location)

Alfond Youth & Community Center
place Waterville, 04901
local_atm $14.65 - 16.48 USD /HOUR
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Part Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
School Issues
ECT
Individuals
School
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials

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Job Type

Part-time

Description

Do you want to work in a program that helps children to prosper? The AYCC is looking for compassionate individuals who care about children to work in our childcare program. As part of our program, the children are offered a gym class, art class, a class on technology in our fully equipped tech lab, a STEM class (including lessons in our greenhouse), and they are offered a meal. By working with us, you are supporting the next generation to grow and thrive. Come join the AYCC team!

Position Summary

This position is responsible for leading a group of children in After-School program activities as well as guiding/helping the children adjust and grow within the program guidelines. Staff will be participating in the instruction of arts and crafts, games, and education programs with the children.

Essential Functions

  • Demonstrate willingness to participate in all areas of the After-School Program
  • Responsible for a group of thirteen (13) children, helping each child adjust and grow with other children within the program guidelines.
  • Plan and implement daily curriculum for children to follow
  • Abilities to observe student behavior and assess its appropriateness, enforce relevant safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques
  • Guide any member with behavior, attitude, or emotional problems, referring any serious problems to the Childcare Director
  • Assist with all After-School Program activities and other activities as assigned
  • Maintains safety, cleanliness, and discipline of children, area and equipment

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

  • High School Education or GED is required, or working towards one
  • Must be 16 years of age or older.

Skills & Competencies

  • Skills in problem solving
  • Must have excellent communicate skills and the ability to work with groups participating (age and skill level), and provide necessary instruction to children

Experience

  • 2 years of relevant experience
  • CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain certification is required
  • Basic childcare skills required

WORK SCEHDULE: This position is a part time afterschool role. Afterschool programing is Monday - Friday from 2:30pm-6:30pm.

Salary Description

$14.65-$16.48 per hour

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

School Issues

Age Groups

Children (5-10)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

School

Settings

Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Schools
Home Health/In-home