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A SACC Counselor, or School-Age Child Care Counselor, is a professional who supervises and supports children in before and after school programs. Their responsibilities include planning activities, ensuring a safe environment, helping with homework, and fostering positive social interactions among children. SACC Counselors work closely with parents and school staff to support children's development and well-being outside regular school hours.

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To excel as a SACC (School-Age Child Care) Counselor, you typically need experience or education in child development, early childhood education, or a related field, along with any required local certifications. Familiarity with behavior management systems, activity planning software, and first aid/CPR certification is often necessary. Strong communication, patience, creativity, and conflict resolution skills help counselors engage children and effectively handle challenging situations. These abilities are crucial for fostering a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment that supports children's growth and well-being.

What are the typical challenges faced by SACC counselors when supporting children in after-school programs?

SACC Counselors often encounter challenges such as managing diverse behavioral needs, maintaining engagement in activities, and ensuring a safe environment for all children. Balancing group dynamics while providing individualized attention can be demanding, especially during high-energy periods or transitions between activities. However, SACC Counselors receive training and support from their teams, and regular communication with parents and staff helps address issues proactively, making the role rewarding for those passionate about child development.
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Youth Counselor (PS 97)

CHINESE AMERICAN PLANNING COUNCIL

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

$17 - $18.50/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION
Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is a social services organization advancing the social and economic well-being of immigrant and low-income New Yorkers through holistic services and community-led impact. CPC is the nation's largest Asian American social services organization and serves as a trusted community anchor to over 80,000 community members who are served by CPC annually through 50+ high-quality programs and services across 35 sites in New York City. (For more information, please visit: https://www.cpc-nyc.org)
PROGRAM SUMMARY
Department of Youth & Community Development/Comprehensive After School System (DYCD/COMPASS) contracts with the Chinese-American Planning Council to provide youth after school services to school-age children ages 5-12 years old. COMPASS seeks to promote positive youth development, foster social and emotional skills, and encourage youth leadership through engaging activities that incorporate hands-on learning in safe, welcoming environments. The program includes academic support, physical exercise, and enrichment age-appropriate activities such as literacy or STEM to enhance the academic, social, and physical development of children during the after-school hours, on certain evenings, weekends and school holidays. Hours are 2:00pm-6:00pm.
JOB SUMMARY
The Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is seeking motivated and caring Youth Counselors to join our afterschool programs at the following sites:
  • PS 160 - 5105 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
  • PS 255 - 1866 E 17th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11229

Reporting to the Program Director and Site Supervisor, and in collaboration with the Education Specialist, Youth Counselors play a key supportive role in the development, implementation, and evaluation of age-appropriate academic enrichment, recreational, and tutoring activities for School-Age Child Care (SACC) participants. Youth Counselors contribute to a safe, nurturing environment and model positive relationship-building with children, families, CPC staff, and school personnel.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist Group Leaders in planning and delivering engaging academic, enrichment, and recreational activities aligned with DYCD goals, including STEM and literacy initiatives.
  • Tutor and provide academic assistance to participants as needed.
  • Ensure all activities are age-appropriate, safe, and supportive of children's development.
  • Maintain active supervision of children at all times to ensure a safe and supportive environment; respond appropriately to behavioral concerns and medical needs.
  • Document student attendance, behavior incidents, and classroom observations in accordance with CPC policies and program requirements.
  • Foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative classroom culture that reflects CPC's values and supports youth development.
  • Communicate regularly and maintain positive relationships with program peers, site supervisors, school staff, and CPC leadership.
  • Model respectful and professional relationship-building in all interactions with children, parents, staff, and school management.
  • Ensure classrooms are organized, well-maintained, and stocked with necessary instructional and recreational materials.
  • Participate in professional development and training opportunities to enhance skills and support career growth.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Group Leader, Site Supervisor and Program Director to support program success.

Education and Experience:
  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Must have a high school diploma or minimum of one year of experience working with children ages 5 to 12 years old in a structured educational, recreational, or youth development setting.

Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong social and emotional maturity and the ability to manage behavior effectively.
  • Knowledge of positive youth development principles.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with children, families, and colleagues.
  • Willingness to learn and grow in the role, including participating in training, accepting feedback, and building new skills.
  • Demonstrated growth mindset and openness to reflective practice.
  • Bilingual language proficiency preferred: Russian, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), or Spanish
  • Commitment to CPC's mission and values, including cultural responsiveness and inclusion.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW
  • $17.00- $18.50 per hour based on candidate's educational background
  • CPC offers eligible temporary staff members mandatory benefits, including paid New York State sick time

HOW TO APPLY
Interested individuals should submit their resume, along with a cover letter addressed to Mary Cheng and Ashley Huang, when applying online via CPC's website: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/jobs or selected online job boards. Candidates should indicate which location they would like to be considered for. All documents should be submitted as one single file. Applicants may reach out to careers@cpc-nyc.org with any questions or further inquiries.
CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

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