After School Program Counselor - Youth Development Professional (Albany)

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Job Title : SACC Youth Development Professional (YDP)

Department : After-school Programs (ASP)

Location : Varies, Clubhouse or City School District

Reports to : SACC Supervisor

Salary : From $15.75 / hour

Hours & Schedule : Monday - Friday, 2-5 : 30 or 3-6 : 30 depending on site

Classification : Part-Time Non-Exempt

Part-Time Benefits : Sick leave, Supplemental health and dental insurance, New York Paid Family Leave benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), and eligibility for additional third-party discounts.

Organizational Values

At the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll be part of realizing our mission to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. Our team works together to ensure that youth in the Capital Area are given an opportunity to succeed and flourish in today’s fast paced environment.

Overview of Your Role

The YDP School-Based role supports the program supervisor in managing educational and recreational activities for children. While ensuring participant safety, fostering a positive learning environment, and coordinating daily operations. This role requires a compassionate and responsible individual who can effectively collaborate with children, staff, and parents. The program is licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), and all employees must fulfill OCFS clearance requirements prior to starting.

Key Responsibilities :

The following non-exhaustive list of job duties required for this position :

Program Delivery

• 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

Leadership & Supervision

Risk Management and Maintenance

Health & Safety

RELATIONSHIPS :

Internal : Other Youth Development Professionals, Site Supervisors, Youth Specialists

External : Club members, parents / guardians, school personnel

Requirements :

CREDENTIALS, SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED :

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and hiring a diverse workforce. Persons from diverse backgrounds, including communities of color, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community, are encouraged to apply.