Job Description

Afterschool Counselor - Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Monday - Friday 2:30pm-6pm

Pay Rate: $20.60/hr.

Are you passionate about helping children with developmental disabilities and their families? Do you want to grow your career with a supportive and innovative organization? If so, Arc Broward is the place for you!

About Us: Arc Broward is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of people with developmental disabilities and other life challenges.

Why Work at Arc Broward?

• We put the CARE in CAREER!
• We are a leader in developmental disabilities services.
• We offer a mission-driven, supportive, and innovative work environment.
• We value our team members and foster a people-first culture.
• We provide top-notch training through our Arc Educates program.
• We prioritize professional growth, recognition, and appreciation events.

About the Role: Afterschool Counselor

• Provide direct supervision, care, and teaching to children/adults with Developmental Disabilities and moderate to severe behavioral issues.
• Ensure a safe, stimulating, nurturing and therapeutic learning environment.
• Provide basic care in all areas of hygiene and toileting, as needed.
• Ensure children/adults are engaged in meaningful activities at all times.
• Implement all teaching procedures, behavior plans, and Professional Crisis Management in accordance with prescribed procedures..
• Provide prompting and reinforcing of desired skills and behaviors.
• Provide level of assistance necessary for children to participate in activities and develop their skills.

Perks & Benefits:

• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Paid Training & Certifications
• Voluntary Insurance Plans including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance, Legal Aid & ID Theft
• Retirement Plan with employer matching
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Ongoing Professional Development through Arc Educates

What are the requirements?

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of professional experience working with children (preferably children with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges).
• Must successfully complete required screening: Level II background check, physical and drug screen.
• Must complete Professional Crisis Management Training (provided).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• You have the physical abilities to bend, lift, stand, squat, walk, run, balance, reach, kneel, pull, and push while working with children and adolescents.
• Must obtain the 45-hour childcare training that is mandated by the state of Florida. All counselors must begin this training within 90 days from the date of employment and complete all 45 hours within one year from the date they are hired.

Key Words: Developmental Disabilities, Special Needs, Child Care, Direct Support

When can you start? We are looking for new team members to start ASAP! Come join the Arc Broward team!

Arc Broward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and state laws governing employment of individuals with disabilities.