CAPS-Afterschool Counselor

Job Description

Stop and look no further! This is the perfect position for you if….

• You are looking for something fun!
• Passionate about making a difference!
• Focused on building relationships!
• Love to lead!

In this part-time, weekday and afternoon only position, counselors will provide support for elementary school aged participants in a fun and active recreational setting at local community centers. Counselors will lead and participate with youth in passive and active camp games, assisting with homework, and additional program activities. Some of the fun activities will include:

• Arts and Crafts
• Recreational Camp Games
• Cooking Projects
• Sports Activities
• Dance, Drama and Movement
• Science and Nature Activities

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Provide direction and motivation for participants in the program.
• Lead and participate in all activities with participants.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, participants, and parent/guardians.
• Monitor participants for safety, and address behavior concerns when necessary.
• Documents and/or relay accident/incident information to appropriate staff.
• Modify activities as needed or provide reasonable accommodation for participation.
• Attend and participate in all required trainings, staff meetings, and parent engagements.

Typical Qualifications

• Effective and enthusiastic communication
• Professional, flexible, mature attitude
• Leadership experience
• Enjoys taking initiative
• Minimum age 16 years

Additional Information

ADA and other requirements: Positions in this class typically require Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing and Pulling, Lifting, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing and Repetitive Motions.

Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Note: This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities, as well as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation, may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.