Before and After School Adaptive Support Group Leader - Mid-County YMCA

About the Role

Support the planning and coordination of a program and its activities, ensuring the individual needs of participants are met within program guidelines. Utilize sound judgment and discretionary skills in accordance with Gateway Region YMCA policies. Maintain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, including staff, parents, volunteers, and program site administration, while demonstrating strong public relation skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure YMCA policies and procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintain an environment that ensures participants' safety and well-being.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Work with the director to determine current program needs.
• Maintain budget and track expenditures/transactions.
• Schedule and organize meetings/events and maintain agendas.
• Ensure ADA compliance with federal, state, local, and YMCA regulations.
• Meet and support the individual needs of youth while remaining within approved program parameters.
• Implement reasonable accommodations to programs and activities as needed.
• Review, understand, and implement Association IEP Summary Support paperwork.
• Develop and implement adaptive childcare curriculum.
• Provide opportunities to build self-help and independent skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurately prepare and provide proper records, documentation, and files.
• Communicate professionally and accurately with YMCA staff, participants, and families.
• Ensure youth receiving support are fully included in all site activities, as reasonable based on documented ability.
• Maintain approved levels of 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3 (staff/youth) support as recommended.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of YMCA policies and procedures.
• Understanding of ADA compliance and IEP processes.
• Experience in program planning and implementation.

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy regarding child abuse.