Inclusion Specialist

Inclusion Specialist Seasonal Norton, MA, US *Salary Range:*$20.
00 To 21.
00 Hourly 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.
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docx 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 Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.
00 - $21.
00 per hour Benefits: * 403(b) * Health insurance * Paid time off Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Norton, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person