Job Description
Job Description
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
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Collaborate with Camp Director, Assistant Director, and Unit Heads to develop weekly rosters.
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Oversee Inclusion Specialist team, give advice on interventions and meet with regularly.
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Assist Counselors with behavior management as needed during activities.
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Proactively share behavior management techniques with Counselors based on rosters and prior knowledge of specific camper behaviors.
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Communicate with families of Inclusion Campers on specific needs to make camp a positive experience.
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Maintain open communication with Counselors related to confidential yet vital camper information to ensure a constructive and positive experience.
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Identify opportunities to promote teamwork, camaraderie, and cooperation to strengthen interactions between Counselors, Specialists, Lifeguards, and Administration.
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Create a safe, inclusive, nurturing, and engaging environment for campers.
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Be attentive to the feelings and emotions of campers and respond or intervene appropriately.
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Promote the unique talents and diverse abilities of campers by establishing a welcoming environment.
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Be fully engaged by being an active listener and active participant in camp games and activities.
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Encourage campers and staff to achieve their highest potential and recognize positive behavior.
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Assist camp staff in maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy environment.
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Attending all mandatory YMCA staff meetings, team meetings and staff training.
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Abide by all camp and YMCA policies & procedures.
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Actively promote camp and the Attleboro YMCA.
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Assist with other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
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Must be at least 21 years old
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In progress of a bachelor's degree in special education, social work, Psychology or related field.
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Must be certified in CPR and First Aid or willing to become.
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Ability to stay calm and respond effectively in an emergency
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Quick and effective decision-making skills and strong communication skills
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A positive, friendly attitude and strong interpersonal skills
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Must be detail-oriented and able to communicate accurate information in a timely manner
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A high level of maturity and responsibility
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Must maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
Work Environment and Physical Demands
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Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time and in extreme weather conditions
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Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling and walking
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Ability to speak concisely and communicate effectively
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Maintain high-level of physical and mental readiness
YMCA Competencies (Leader)
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Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
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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.
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Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to Y’s cause.
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Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.