After School Counselor Position

9 hours ago

Springfield, Illinois, United States The Salvation Army USA Central Territory Full time
Job Title: After School Counselor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a qualified After School Counselor to join our team.

Job Summary:

As an After School Counselor, you will play a vital role in guiding a group of students through the daily activity schedule. You will lead group enrichment activities, assist with homework, tutoring, and STEAM activities, and supervise youth in all activities, field trips, and special events.

Responsibilities:
  • Facilitate the Salvation Army's literacy program for elementary school readers.
  • Tutor students in core academic areas.
  • Provide homework support for students.
  • Supervise youth in all activities, field trips, and special events.
  • Lead and/or coordinate tutorials and recreational activities.
  • Assist in after school STEAM activities.
  • Chaperone field trips and special events.
  • Participate in activities with children inside and outside.
  • Help with meals and snacks, as needed.
  • Keep accurate records for statistics and licensing procedures.
  • Optional: Drive the transit vehicle (must complete requirements for MVR and must be at least 21 years old).
  • Attend weekly staff meetings and required trainings.
  • Sign children in and out for the day.
  • Help maintain cleanliness of day camp areas, enlisting help of other staff.
  • Communicate any concerns with the Youth Program Director or Activities Specialist.
  • Understand and adhere to Safe from Harm policies.
  • Maintain positive work atmosphere through appropriate conflict management, courteous demeanor, and professional and appropriate communication practices.
  • Maintain compliance in The Salvation Army's Safe from Harm Certification and Harassment Prevention Training programs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned as related to youth programming.
Requirements:
  • Associate degree in area of education, child development, or related field or equivalent work experience with youth activity and programming.
  • Significant experience will be considered in lieu of education.
  • Ability to efficiently and effectively manage people and projects successfully.
  • Team player, self-starter, and perform well with minimal supervision.
  • Must have an interest and ability to work with people of diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience or capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and work as a cooperative team member.
  • Proficiency in computer software applications, including demonstrated experience in using email, MS Office applications, Internet and Social Media platforms.
Physical Demands/ Work Environment:

This position is required to have the ability to keep up with the activities of the youth that are involved. In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position the individual must be able to engage in the daily activities and sports provided by the after-school program. The vision requirements include needing to be able to see the children in whatever activity may be going on. The work environment for this position includes indoor/ outdoor activities, both in and out of town with an often-loud noise level. Individual must be able to frequently lift to twenty-five pounds and occasionally up to fifty pounds.

In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the individual is regularly required to talk and listen, stand, walk, sit and use hands. The use of Office and Computer Equipment is necessary. Vision abilities will require close vision. Work may be performed indoors and occasionally require outdoors to attend meetings.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

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