Teen Center Counselor

• Job Location: William G White Jr Family YMCA - Winston Salem, NC 27101
• Position Type: Part Time
• Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly
• Job Shift: Variable

In your role at the Y, you are in a unique position to change someone’s life. Whether you work in wellness, membership, aquatics, youth development or any other area of the Y, you are working for a cause.

You are a cause-driven leader and we recognize that building relationships are critical to strengthening our members, volunteers, staff, and our community, as well as the overall health of our Y. When you intentionally build relationships, you provide: A stronger sense of community and belonging Value to the individuality and uniqueness of others A better opportunity to share our Christian Mission Meaningful guidance to improve the health of others Mentoring opportunities to promote socially responsible living The work you do really matters.

Our goal is to provide the training and resources needed to be successful, consistent, and intentional in building relationships at the Y.

Position Summary

Transform and inspire the youth in our community! Ensure that our Safe Sober Teen Center by Daggett Shuler is a safe and positive environment for all children after school, and will be dedicated to helping teens feel empowered to reach their full potential in spirit, mind and body.

As the Teen Center Counselor, you will coordinate, assist, and supervise the Safe Sober Teen Center by Daggett Shuler during operating hours. You will work closely with the Associate Executive Director and the Director of Teen Impact to coordinate weekly/monthly programming for the kids utilizing this space.

Programming includes but not limited to, character development, college and career preparedness, athletics, tutoring, STEM, cooking and social/emotional issues.

Additional responsibilities include: working closely with the schools and parents of Reaching Our Potential participants, assisting with record keeping and reports, and providing key leadership in community events and team meetings.

The Teen Center Coordinator must be a team player, organized, able to take initiative, and be recognized as a leader by others. Occasional extended and/or non-traditional hours and/or other duties may be required.

The ideal candidate will build strong working relationships with their direct supervisor, the staff at the branch where they are located and most importantly the teens utilizing this space and should be able to work with minimal supervision.

In the Safe Sober Teen Center by Daggett Shuler, we live by the core values of the Y. We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined cause-driven individuals who function together as a strong team.

We value cooperation and strong communication among our staff team and are looking for the best candidates to make a tremendous impact for the youth in our community.

Essential Functions

Coordinates the center in accordance with YMCA guidelines, ensuring all program curriculum and materials are prepared accordingly and accessible. Builds effective, authentic relationships with the Teens, Reaching Our Potential Participants, staff and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.

Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers. Maintains records as required (i. e. center checklist, attendance, food service, staff & student forms, etc.). Attends staff meetings and training as scheduled.

Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes corrective action, discipline, incident, and accident reports as necessary. Ensures that the site is kept organized and all supplies are put away daily. Reports damaged equipment.

Required to Participate in Aquatics Activities (Including Swimming, or Deck Supervision) YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.

Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others.

Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings.

Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.

Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.

Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications Must be 21 years or older Experience working with children and a diverse community Desire and ability to work with all ages Desire to lead from the front, role modeling expectations for team Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to apply proactive team management techniques and employ conflict resolution with team as needed.

Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency. Sit, Stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time (including outside and in the pool!)

2-4 years of supervisory experience in youth development, program management, or community based setting preferred CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred Ability to work a variable schedule, usually between 2:30 pm and 8:00pm, as well as event coverage on select nights and weekends.