Adaptive Programming Coordinator

Greater Somerset County Ymca•Basking Ridge, NJ

20h•$18 - $20

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the Somerset Hills branch of Greater Somerset County YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Primary responsibilities include administrative tasks related to our adaptive programming while also creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

A Bachelors in Special Education, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Therapy, a related field OR equivalent experience working with special needs individuals
Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with people of all abilities in a compassionate and respectful manner.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to plan and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Plan, oversee, and expand adaptive programs, including fitness, arts, music, cooking, and social events, ensuring diverse and engaging experiences, including fitness classes, art workshops, music appreciation sessions, cooking classes, monthly social events, Adaptive Day Program, Saturdays in Motion, Adaptive Fitness, Danceabilities, Musical Me, and Adaptive Sports Classes.
Provide guidance to individuals with developmental, behavioral, and/or physical disabilities to foster a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where participants feel empowered to explore new activities and build confidence.
Plan organized events such as movie nights, paint and sip sessions, bingo games, and more
Adapt activities and teaching methods to accommodate the unique needs and abilities of each participant, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all.
Identifies and seeks new opportunities for forming collaborations and offering programs and support services. Works closely with these community partners that serve the special needs population to ensure that efforts are not duplicated and to identify and maximize on synergies between programs.
Assists others with creatively implementing new programs and initiatives that cater to the special needs population.
Works with Development department to make recommendations for grant applications.
Addresses member concerns, directs members to program areas or instruction needs.
Collaborate and support the overall Youth Development team.
Responsible for marketing related to dance programs along with the GSC YMCA marketing team.
Assists with adaptive lessons by instructing and ensuing proper level placement of participants, ensuring continued quality of programs by assisting with training and consistency of staff in accordance with YMCA standards.
Fill in for instructors as needed
Performs other duties as assigned and during shift down time.