Summer 2023 Day Camp Inclusion Aide
Company: YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
Location: Ingleside
Posted on: May 21, 2023
Job Description:
Summer 2023 Day Camp Inclusion Aide
Company : Name Linked
YMCA Camp Duncan
Job Locations
US-IL-Ingleside
Location : Address
32405 North Highway 12
Category
Day Camp/Camp
Schedule
Monday through Friday schedule. Schedule will vary based on camper
needs- apply for more info!
ID
2023-14862
Hours
Part-time
Are you looking for a REWARDING Summer Job? YMCA Camp Duncan is
hiring Summer Day Camp Inclusion Aides for 2023! Salary range is
$15.90-$16.15/hour At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp
environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer.
While campers are taking part in in unique experiences and
adventures, our Summer Day Camp Inclusion Aides are developing
leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships
and memories. Summer Day Camp Inclusion Aides receive comprehensive
training, a Monday-Friday work schedule that leaves your weekends
free, field trips to cool places, the change to meet and work with
amazing co-workers, a free Y membership, discounted programs and
lots of opportunity for growth!Join us for the experience of a
lifetime. As a Summer Day Camp Inclusion Aide, you will be
responsible for supporting and assisting one or more individuals
who have a disability and are enrolled in Y programs to promote
participation in program activities and independence to the fullest
extent possible. You will ensure that individualized needs of
participants are met, while serving as professional role model and
guide program participants through activities that support a
positive learning climate and development of life skills and
healthy and safe behaviors. What you'll do: Program Participant
Experience
You will serve as a role model in
supporting inclusion and high quality camp programming; creating an
outstanding participant experience for children, parents and
families.You will modify learning or recreational activities as may
be needed, including activities, rules, equipment, and/or supplies
as needed. Promotes participation in program activities and
independence to the fullest extent possible. Maintains the
confidentiality of information pertaining to the individual(s)
assigned for support.You will teach socially acceptable behaviors
by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive
reinforcement and behavior management strategies. Implements
individualized behavior management plans, when necessary.You will
communicate consistently with team members and program leaders to
keep abreast of activities and schedule, in order to prepare for
activity modifications. Will offer suggestions for modifications,
if applicable.You will communicate consistently with parents,
classroom/program team and program leadership through completion of
a weekly summary of the individual's participation.You will Support
program activities as assigned by supervisor including substitute
support for ongoing camp activities. Participant Safety
- You will ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of
participants by being safety conscious, following all established
YMCA standards and critically evaluating situations for potential
risks.
- You will be alert and responsive to any specific health and
safety needs of the individual with a disability
- You will ensure compliance with established rules and
regulations to ensure safety. Monitors participants and team
members provides coaching and intervention as necessary
- You will set up facilities and/or equipment for activities and
stores equipment appropriately after use. Immediately notifies
program leaders of any broken or unsafe equipment or if more
resources/equipment are needed
- You will work to keep program facilities clean at all timesWhat
You'll Need
- High school diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years of
age or older
- Must have prior experience working with children; experience
with children with disabilities and/or in a similar program setting
preferred.
- Commitment to, and passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago's
mission and serving the needs of diverse youth
- Basic knowledge of child growth and development as well as
developmentally appropriate practices for age group
- Ability to understand and implement an inclusion plan and
provide recommended strategies for Ability to observe participant
behavior and apply appropriate behavior management techniques is
essential.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and verbal communication skills with
the ability to build constructive relationships, act as role model,
and communicate effectively with children, families, team members
and others
- Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Y Team competencies in previous
experience or practice
- Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job
description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for
persons with disabilities
- Meet additional program guidelines for background checks and
medical screening where necessary based on program supported.The
YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with
disabilities. Child Abuse PreventionSupport the YMCA's commitment
to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard
to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping
children safe in our facilities and programs, including those
related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and
procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required
Keywords: YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, Arlington Heights , Summer 2023 Day Camp Inclusion Aide, Other , Ingleside, Illinois
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