Inclusion Aide - Before & After School ProgramJob Category: Early Learning/Youth Dev.
Requisition Number: INCLU004288
Posted: September 6, 2024
Part-Time
LocationLake View YMCA
3333 N Marshfield
Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Lake View YMCA is hiring an Inclusion Aide for the ******** school year for before and after school! This position will work at the Goethe Elementary School in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago. Salary range of $17.90-$18.45 per hour, Monday-Friday schedule, 2:30pm-6:30pm Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of youth and families in your community. Discover more than a job—enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.
Our before and after-school programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships.
As an 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 a professional role model and guiding program participants through activities that support a positive learning climate and development of life skills and healthy and safe behaviors.
With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you'll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
Position Responsibilities: Serve as a role model in supporting inclusion and high-quality camp programming, creating an outstanding participant experience for children, parents, and families.Modify learning or recreational activities as needed, including activities, rules, equipment, and/or supplies. Promote participation in program activities and independence to the fullest extent possible. Maintain confidentiality of information pertaining to the individual(s) assigned for support.Teach socially acceptable behaviors by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies. Implement individualized behavior management plans when necessary.Communicate consistently with team members and program leaders to keep abreast of activities and schedule, in order to prepare for activity modifications.Communicate consistently with parents, classroom/program team, and program leadership through completion of a weekly summary of the individual's participation.Support program activities as assigned by supervisor including substitute support for ongoing camp activities.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.Be alert and responsive to any specific health and safety needs of the individual with a disability.Ensure compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety. Monitor participants and team members, providing coaching and intervention as necessary.Set up facilities and/or equipment for activities and store equipment appropriately after use. Immediately notify program leaders of any broken or unsafe equipment or if more resources/equipment are needed.Work to keep program facilities clean at all times.Requirements & Preferred Qualifications for this position are: Must be at least 18 years of age or older.High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.Prior experience working with children; experience with children with disabilities and/or in a similar program setting preferred.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.Ability to observe participant behavior and apply appropriate behavior management techniques is essential.Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model for youth and staff demonstrating the values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty.Commitment to and passion for the YMCA of Metro Chicago's mission is required including a passion for working with diverse youth.Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences.Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description.The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.Child Abuse Prevention - Support 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.
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