Youth Inclusion Aide — Special Needs Programs

YMCA OF GREATE MONMOUTH COUNTY; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Jersey Shore is hiring a Student Support Aide in Freehold, NJ. This part-time role supports youth with special needs 1:1 or in small groups within childcare/school-age programs, focusing on safety, inclusion, and quality program delivery.

Responsibilities include preparing activities, maintaining safe environments, collaborating with specialists, reporting incidents, attending trainings, and acting as a positive role model for participants.

Qualifications

• Passionate, positive and inspired to work with youth that are autistic, intellectually and/or developmentally disabled.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Minimum of 60 college credits or Associates Degree in related field (Social Work, Education, Special Education, Recreation)
• Minimum of 6 months experience working with youth and/or experience in the special needs community, health field, or related field.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse community.
• Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate policies and procedures; experience with challenging behaviors and Handle with care training preferred
• The physical ability to lead in group activities and to perform related physical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and implementation of program elements while facilitating a smooth transition and the inclusion of all participants.
• Create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Work individually 1:1 or with a group 1:3 of participants with special needs in accordance with levels of supervision and school identified behavior plan.
• Work closely with the Student Support Behavior Specialist on implementing the necessary tools and resources needed to help children be successful in our program; following reporting and data tracking requirements.
• Ensure safety and well-being of all program participants.
• Provide continual supervision to program participants and serve as a leader and positive role model.
• Report any suspected child abuse to Site Supervisor/School Age Director. Document as necessary.
• Attend mandatory trainings and meetings with Supervisor/Directors.
• Maintain positive rapport with school personnel.
• Direct all parental questions/concerns to the Site Supervisor and Student Support Specialist.
• Report any accidents or physical concerns to Site Supervisor and Student Support Specialist.
• Assume and perform other duties deemed appropriate and necessary by the Site Supervisor/School Age Director.
• Follow and maintain YMCA standards, goals and objectives.

Skills

Youth engagement

Cultural competency

Group leadership

Education

60 credits / Associate's degree

Job description

The YMCA of the Jersey Shore is hiring a Student Support Aide in Freehold, NJ. This part-time role supports youth with special needs 1:1 or in small groups within childcare/school-age programs, focusing on safety, inclusion, and quality program delivery.

Responsibilities include preparing activities, maintaining safe environments, collaborating with specialists, reporting incidents, attending trainings, and acting as a positive role model for participants.