Youth Development & Inclusion Lead

Philaymca; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Discounts on child care and summer cap

Planning for your future

Job summary

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a Youth Development Support Director to shape and strengthen inclusive youth programming across the association. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends strategy with direct practice—part time partnering with leaders and part time in the field with youth, families, and staff.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Social Work or related field, a Bachelor’s in a related area, and five+ years of experience supporting youth with disabilities or

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), Public Administration (MPA), Special Education, Education, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with relevant experience required.
• Five or more years of experience supporting youth with disabilities, behavioral needs, or inclusive youth programs.
• Experience reviewing IEPs, Section 504 Plans, medical documentation, or related evaluations.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, the ADA, positive behavior supports, and child development.
• Experience coaching staff, leading change, and implementing organizational practices that improve outcomes for youth.

Responsibilities

• Partner with organizational leadership to strengthen inclusive practices across child care, camp, and youth development programs.
• Develop practical accommodation and behavior support strategies that help youth participate in YMCA programs.
• Coach, train, and mentor staff through observations, modeling, and in-the-moment support.
• Work directly with youth and families to assess needs, implement supports, and address complex behavioral or inclusion challenges.
• Collaborate with Safety & Risk and operational leadership to develop proactive strategies that improve participant and staff success.
• Support Association accessibility initiatives by providing guidance on accommodations, inclusion, and ADA best practices.
• Build partnerships with schools, therapists, and community agencies to expand resources available to YMCA families.
• Maintain required documentation while identifying trends and recommending improvements to policies, procedures, and youth development practices.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching staff

Program development

Inclusion knowledge

Communication

Education

MSW/MPA or related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a Youth Development Support Director to shape and strengthen inclusive youth programming across the association. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends strategy with direct practice—part time partnering with leaders and part time in the field with youth, families, and staff.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Social Work or related field, a Bachelor’s in a related area, and five+ years of experience supporting youth with disabilities or