Youth Support Specialist — Afterschool Inclusion

Greater Burlington YMCA; Barre (VT); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership

Program discounts

Meaningful training

Job summary

The Greater Burlington YMCA in Barre seeks a Youth Support Program Staff member to provide one-on-one emotional and behavioral support to a youth with individualized needs, partnering with the family and Program Director to foster growth and inclusion.

Based at Barre Town Elementary and Middle School, Afterschool runs Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM; this role supports a student 3 days a week from August 26 to mid June, with potential summer continuation.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree preferred).
• Experience working 1:1 with youth with behavioral, learning, or social-emotional needs is desirable.
• Knowledge of accessibility strategies and positive behavior interventions is a plus.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and empathy skills.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one emotional and behavioral support to a youth through afterschool hours.
• Maintain constant visual and auditory supervision to ensure safety and inclusion.
• Adapt activities using accessibility tools and differentiated instruction to match the child’s needs.
• Support daily routines, including transitions, hydration, self-care needs, and sensory breaks.
• Implement positive behavior strategies and follow any Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
• Collaborate with staff and leadership to track progress and improve support strategies.
• Communicate regularly with the child’s guardians and the Program Director.
• Foster peer inclusion by encouraging positive interactions and modeling respectful behavior.
• Assist with activity setup and clean-up, ensuring adaptive tools are available.
• Uphold the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

The Greater Burlington YMCA in Barre seeks a Youth Support Program Staff member to provide one-on-one emotional and behavioral support to a youth with individualized needs, partnering with the family and Program Director to foster growth and inclusion.

Based at Barre Town Elementary and Middle School, Afterschool runs Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM; this role supports a student 3 days a week from August 26 to mid June, with potential summer continuation.