Afterschool Counselors- Broward County
If you are passionate about the field of Education, enjoy on-going training, helping others grow, and have a sincere desire to cultivate our next generation of children, we have a position for you! We are currently looking for enthusiastic, energetic, passionate, team-oriented, and motivated experienced Afterschool Counselors to join our team. We have open positions throughout Broward County in our Elementary, Middle School and Special Needs programs.
Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, the Counselor is responsible for the overall day-to-day group programming, behavior management, and direct supervision of a group of children in a licensed childcare/day camp facility.
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities / Position Requirements:
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Minimum Two (2) years’ experience including One (1) year experience of direct contact with children with special needs.
- Ability to relate to children.
- The Counselor must be at least eighteen (18) years-old at the time of hire.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
- Must have a demonstrated competency in the planning and implementation of recreational and educational activities.
Note- If applying for the Special Needs program, experience working with special needs populations is required.
Should you be interested, please apply to this job posting and we will be emailing you information for our upcoming Job Fairs on July 23 or July 31st, 2026.
It is important when asked (on this Indeed ad) that you please provide your personal email address.
Compensation starts at $16 based on qualifications, program/grant you would be considered for.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Employment at the YMCA is at-will. It is purely voluntary, based upon the consent of both the Association and the staff member. No expressed or implied contractual rights should be inferred from this job description.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to submit to and satisfactorily clear a thorough Level II fingerprint background screening.
As a Drug-Free Employer, all new hires must successfully complete a drug test. Please note Medical Marijuana cards are not accepted and do not exempt you from successfully passing your drug test.
The YMCA of South Florida is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in the workplace because of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age or disability.
In accordance with House Bill 531 (2025) the Department of Children and Families require employers to make the “Care Provider Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness” website link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com available to all potential candidates receiving a background check via the Clearinghouse.
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What is the highest level of education you have achieved?
- How many years of experience do you have working with children in an educational setting (school, daycare, before/after school)?
- Have you completed the DCF 45 hr mandated courses? (this is not a deal breaker) Please respond YES or No or Started some
- This position requires you at least be 18 years of age. Do you meet this requirement? Please respond YES or NO
- What is your preferred email address for all hiring communication?
Work Location: In person
