YWCA KNOXVILLE & THE TENNESSEE VALLEY

Position Title: After School Counselor

Supervisor: Chief Youth Engagement Officer

Job Type: Part-Time (17.5 hours weekly), Hourly

Overview:

YWCA Knoxville & the Tennessee Valley is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women across East Tennessee. Every day, we put this mission into action through life-saving and life-changing programs that support women, children, and families in six counties. Rooted in the values of peace, justice, freedom, and dignity, we work to create inclusive systems that strengthen and transform communities. We are a dynamic, mission-driven organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth. Join a passionate team that’s making a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve!  

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervision & Safety

• Supervise children in a safe, positive, and inclusive environment. 
• Ensure the safety of children, staff, and facilities. 
• Encourage appropriate behavior through positive reinforcement and consistent program expectations.
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and respond to emergencies as needed. 

Program Delivery & Operations

•  Assist the Lead Counselor and/or Director with daily program activities and operations.
•  Actively engage with children to foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment.
•  Prepare activity areas, materials, snacks, and assist with field trips and special events.
•  Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment.
•  Protect participant confidentiality and complete required documentation.

Team Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate professionally and respectfully with staff, children, families, and volunteers. 
• Share relevant information with team members to ensure continuity of care and supervision. 
• Contribute to a positive, supportive, and solution-oriented team environment.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities. 

Mission & Culture

• Support and uphold the YWCA mission, values, and policies.
• Represent the YWCA professionally within the community.
• Comply with YWCA policies and procedures.
• Support a collaborative, inclusive, and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required. 
• Experience working with school-age children in a childcare, education, recreation, or youth development setting preferred. 
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within a designated timeframe. 
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and basic computer skills. 
• Ability to supervise and positively engage children, exercise sound judgment, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. 
• Reliable, flexible, and available to work the assigned after-school schedule. 
• Demonstrates professionalism and a commitment to the YWCA's mission, including fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable environment for all participants, families, and staff.

Pay Information:

• $15.00 hourly

Schedule:

• 17.5 hours weekly
• Monday – Friday; 3:00pm – 6:30pm

Work Location: 

• Phyllis Wheatley Center - 124 S Cruze Street, Knoxville, TN 37915

YWCA Knoxville & the Tennessee Valley is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage women and individuals from historically underrepresented communities to apply. 

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026