After School Program Counselor (CAPS)

After School Program Counselor (CAPS)

Salary

$15.75 Hourly

Location

Varies, Raleigh, NC

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2026-00530

Department

PRCR - Recreation

Opening Date

07/09/2026

Closing Date

8/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Job Description

Stop and look no further! This is the perfect position for you if….

• You are looking for something fun!
• Passionate about making a difference!
• Focused on building relationships!
• Love to lead!

In this part-time, weekday and afternoon only position, counselors will provide support for elementary school aged participants in a fun and active recreational setting at local community centers. Counselors will lead and participate with youth in passive and active camp games, assisting with homework, and additional program activities. Some of the fun activities will include:

• Arts and Crafts
• Recreational Camp Games
• Cooking Projects
• Sports Activities
• Dance, Drama and Movement
• Science and Nature Activities

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Provide direction and motivation for participants in the program.
• Lead and participate in all activities with participants.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, participants, and parent/guardians.
• Monitor participants for safety and address behavior concerns when necessary.
• Documents and/or relay accident/incident information to appropriate staff.
• Modify activities as needed or provide reasonable accommodation for participation.
• Attend and participate in all required training courses, staff meetings, and parent engagements.

Typical Qualifications

• Effective and enthusiastic communication
• Professional, flexible, mature attitude
• Leadership experience
• Enjoys taking initiative
• Minimum age 16 years

Additional Information

ADA and other requirements: Positions in this class typically require Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing and Pulling, Lifting, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing and Repetitive Motions.

Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions: Subject to both environmental conditions as activities occur inside and outside.

Note: This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities, as well as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation, may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

01

The after-school program is located at several community centers throughout the City of Raleigh. Please check all locations you are interested in working at:

• Biltmore Hills (2615 Fitzgerald Drive 27610)
• Green Road (4021 Green Road 27604)
• John Chavis (505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 27601)
• Powell Drive (740 Powell Drive 27606)
• Roberts Park (1300 E. Martin Street 27610)
• Sanderford Road (2623 Sanderford Road 27610)
• Sgt. Courtney T. Johnson (1801 Proctor Street 27610)
• Worthdale (1001 Cooper Road 27610)

02

What days of the week are you available between the hours of 3:00-6:30pm? Check all that apply

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday
• Thursday
• Friday

03

How many years of experience working with elementary school children (ages 5-12) do you have?

• I have never worked with elementary school aged children.
• 1-3 years
• 4-5 years
• 5+ years

04

If you have experience working with elementary school age children (5-12), please provide some details…

05

Do you have reliable transportation?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you 16 years or older at the time of this application?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have any special qualifications/skills/certifications/licenses (i.e., CPR/First Aid, CDL, foreign language fluency, swim instructor, coach, etc.?) Please check all that apply.

• Arts and Crafts
• Computer/Technology
• CPR/First Aid
• Dance
• Drama
• Dolls/Puppets
• Engineering/Lego Building
• Working with individuals with special needs
• Foreign Language
• Games (general group activities)
• Music
• Science
• Skateboarding/Action Sport
• Athletics/Sports (baseball, basketball, soccer, etc.)
• Teaching/Education
• Other

08

If you answered other to the question above. Please describe below:

Required Question

Employer City of Raleigh North Carolina

Address 222 W. Hargett St.

Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601

Website https://raleighnc.gov