Inclusion Specialist, Afterschool — Bronx

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking an Inclusion Specialist for the Northeast Bronx YMCA Afterschool program to foster a safe, inclusive environment where youth can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

You will work with a compassionate team to develop individualized accommodation plans, support staff with behavioral strategies, and ensure compliance with NY state and funder standards while engaging families and the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field; ME/MSW/MHC student or graduate preferred.
• Minimum of two years working with children under 13.
• Current Pediatrics CPR or First Aid certification preferred.
• Ability to speak multiple languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome participants and develop inclusive programming with staff.
• Create outreach strategies to reduce participation barriers.
• Foster safe, welcoming environments for all families.
• Manage individualized accommodation plans.
• Track student behaviors and support plans with teams.
• Collaborate with Program Director to infuse social-emotional learning.
• Guide staff on behavioral strategies in learning spaces.
• Coordinate with DYCD for complex support needs.
• Provide information and referrals for mental health resources.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Multilingual abilities

Diversity & inclusion mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education, Social Sciences, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking an Inclusion Specialist for the Northeast Bronx YMCA Afterschool program to foster a safe, inclusive environment where youth can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

You will work with a compassionate team to develop individualized accommodation plans, support staff with behavioral strategies, and ensure compliance with NY state and funder standards while engaging families and the community.