Job description:
The Central Clemson Recreation Center is looking for a Head After School Care Counselor to join our team! The Head Counselor should be a reliable, organized, creative, energetic, and passionate individual committed to working with children. This role demands a professional yet enthusiastic demeanor, coupled with strong communication and leadership skills.
Schedule:
Applicants must be available on all pickens county school days.
Monday – Friday from approximately 1:30 pm – 6:00 pm, (25 hours max per week)
Key Responsibilities:
- Child Supervision & Engagement: Effectively lead and supervise children in daily program activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Actively participate in and maintain a positive attitude towards all activities.
- Skill Development: Teach and assist in teaching various skills and activities to participants, as well as provide homework assistance.
- Program Management Support: Assist with the development, implementation, and overall management of the after-school program. This includes program and activity development, file management, payment collection, parent/guardian communication, etc.
- Behavior Management & Communication: Handle behavior issues as they arise and communicate effectively with parents/guardians when necessary.
- Team Leadership & Mentorship: Serve as a leader and positive role model for other counselors, providing supervision, feedback, and assistance as needed. Offer support for any staff-related issues.
- Facilities Management: Ensure areas used by CCRC participants are organized and cleaned daily.
Required Qualities:
- Core Values: Demonstrate a strong commitment to the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
- Personal Attributes: Possess a consistently high energy level, bursts of creativity, a healthy dose of humor, and the ability to recognize and nurture children.
- Essential Skills: Exhibit superior communication, organization, problem-solving, team-building, and flexibility skills.
Minimum qualifications & Requirements:
The candidate should be at least 18 years old. This position requires drug testing and a background check prior to employment.
HOW AND WHEN TO APPLY: Applications accepted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofclemson. Applications accepted until the position is filled.
