Job Opportunity

YOUTH COUNSELOR POSITION

Part-Time
Starting at $15/hour
Hours: Monday – Friday, 2:00-6:00pm

Mission:

Mission Statement: Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or general equivalent.
  • Background check required (CORI).
  • Previous experience working with youth preferred but not mandatory.
  • Strong communication, conflict resolution & positive role modeling skills.
  • Must be in good physical condition.
  • Must be enthusiastic and motivated to be able to work in a team environment under general supervision.
  • Ability to encourage member participation.

Responsibilities:

Overall Objective: to be responsible for providing leadership and supervision for assigned children of the afterschool and/or summer activities.

  • Ensure the safety and well-being of participants of various ages from a variety of physical and behavioral backgrounds.
  • Supervise members while participating in indoor and outdoor activities i.e. games, arts & crafts, educational and cultural activities, field trips, short hikes, sports, and other daily activities.
  • Maintain a good relationship with members, parents, the general public and other staff members.
  • Assist Director of Operations/Program Director and/or in planning, implementing and carrying out of daily activities. May be asked to track and assess outcomes through periodic activity reports.
  • Inspect work area for safety concerns and report to Director of Operations.
  • Ensure that all members are following policies.
  • Must fully inform the Director of Operations/Program Director of any possible problems relating to program and/or participants.

Job application is available at the front desk at the Boys & Girls Club of GNB or download and print on our website at bgcnewbedford.org

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