Inclusion Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

PLEASE APPLY AND JOIN US FOR GROUP INTERVIEWS FEBRUARY 19TH FROM 2PM-4PM AT THE PLEASANT STREET Y-537 PLEASANT STREET ATTLEBORO OR SATURDAY APRIL 25TH FROM 8:30AM TO 10:30AM AT THE NORTON OUTDOOR CENTER IN NORTON! PLEASE SEE ATTACHED FLYER BELOW TO SIGN UP!

Position Summary This is a seasonal position with the Attleboro YMCA, a leading non-profit organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. In collaboration with the Camp Director and Assistant Director, the Behavior/Inclusion Director develops and delivers strategies to address the emotional, social, and behavioral needs of all campers.

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborate with Camp Director, Assistant Director, and Unit Heads to develop weekly rosters.

• Oversee Inclusion Specialist team, give advice on interventions and meet with regularly.

• Assist Counselors with behavior management as needed during activities.

• Proactively share behavior management techniques with Counselors based on rosters and prior knowledge of specific camper behaviors.

• Communicate with families of Inclusion Campers on specific needs to make camp a positive experience.

• Maintain open communication with Counselors related to confidential yet vital camper information to ensure a constructive and positive experience.

• Identify opportunities to promote teamwork, camaraderie, and cooperation to strengthen interactions between Counselors, Specialists, Lifeguards, and Administration.

• Create a safe, inclusive, nurturing, and engaging environment for campers.

• Be attentive to the feelings and emotions of campers and respond or intervene appropriately.

• Promote the unique talents and diverse abilities of campers by establishing a welcoming environment.

• Be fully engaged by being an active listener and active participant in camp games and activities.

• Encourage campers and staff to achieve their highest potential and recognize positive behavior.

• Assist camp staff in maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy environment.

• Attending all mandatory YMCA staff meetings, team meetings and staff training.

• Abide by all camp and YMCA policies & procedures.

• Actively promote camp and the Attleboro YMCA.

• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old

• In progress of a bachelor's degree in special education, social work, Psychology or related field.

• Must be certified in CPR and First Aid or willing to become.

• Ability to stay calm and respond effectively in an emergency

• Quick and effective decision-making skills and strong communication skills

• A positive, friendly attitude and strong interpersonal skills

• Must be detail-oriented and able to communicate accurate information in a timely manner

• A high level of maturity and responsibility

• Must maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time and in extreme weather conditions

• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling and walking

• Ability to speak concisely and communicate effectively

• Maintain high-level of physical and mental readiness YMCA Competencies (Leader)

• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, global work, and cultural competence.

• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to Y’s cause.

• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members)