Behavioral Aide (Summer 2026)

YMCA of Greenville • Taylors, SC

2d

About The Position

Responsibilities Camper Support & Intervention Support campers who exhibit challenging behaviors that may impact participation in typical camp activities. Provide on-site, as-needed assistance by floating throughout camp and responding when behavior support is requested. Assist individual campers during field trips when additional guidance or safety support is needed. Behavior Planning & Communication Work with staff and parents/guardians to develop behavior support plans that reflect age-appropriate expectations and strategies. Assist with parent communication throughout the day regarding behavioral incidents, progress, or concerns. Document support strategies and share observations with camp leadership as needed. Staff Training & Modeling Model best practices for interacting with and supporting campers with diverse needs. Coach staff on proactive behavior techniques, positive reinforcement, and redirection strategies. Promote a positive and inclusive environment through relationship-building and supportive guidance. YMCA Values & Safety Uphold the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith. Support camp-wide safety, supervision, and child protection standards. Follow all mandated reporting and abuse prevention policies. Compliance & YMCA Standards Follow YMCA policies regarding youth protection and media permissions. Complete required training (New Staff Orientation, Abuse Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens, CPR/First Aid) within 30 days. Maintain confidentiality and professional communication always. Other expectations Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers. Attend/complete required abuse risk management training Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers. Follow mandated reporting requirements. Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Required to have at least 2 years of experience working with children who have diverse abilities, behavioral needs, or developmental differences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with staff and parents.
• Ability to document behavioral observations and communicate them professionally and accurately
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and solution-focused in challenging situations.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and move throughout camp property.
• Completion of YMCA-required trainings, including abuse prevention, CPR/First Aid (if required), and staff orientation.
• Must complete New Staff Orientation, Blood Bourne Pathogen, Child Abuse Prevention, and CPR/First Aid training within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in early childhood development, special education, psychology, social work, or a related field.
• Experience with behavior support plans, social-emotional learning, or conflict de-escalation.
• Not required but beneficial: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification or a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support campers who exhibit challenging behaviors that may impact participation in typical camp activities.
• Provide on-site, as-needed assistance by floating throughout camp and responding when behavior support is requested.
• Assist individual campers during field trips when additional guidance or safety support is needed.
• Work with staff and parents/guardians to develop behavior support plans that reflect age-appropriate expectations and strategies.
• Assist with parent communication throughout the day regarding behavioral incidents, progress, or concerns.
• Document support strategies and share observations with camp leadership as needed.
• Model best practices for interacting with and supporting campers with diverse needs.
• Coach staff on proactive behavior techniques, positive reinforcement, and redirection strategies.
• Promote a positive and inclusive environment through relationship-building and supportive guidance.
• Uphold the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith.
• Support camp-wide safety, supervision, and child protection standards.
• Follow all mandated reporting and abuse prevention policies.
• Follow YMCA policies regarding youth protection and media permissions.
• Complete required training (New Staff Orientation, Abuse Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens, CPR/First Aid) within 30 days.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional communication always.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

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