Camper Behavior Support Specialist

Old Colony YMCA•Middleborough, MA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Camp Support Worker is to coordinate efforts with the Camp Administration, counselors, nurse, and clinician to implement strategies or take steps to help campers with a diverse array of abilities and social and emotional needs to positively engage in camp. S/he will communicate with and act as a resource for staff and families. S/he will display and encourage the character traits of honesty, respect, caring and responsibility and utilize the Developmental Asset approach to Positive Youth Development.

Requirements

An understanding of positive behavioral approaches and Positive Youth Development.
Minimum of Two years related work experience.
Excellent oral and written presentation skills and demonstrates professionalism with staff, parents and participants.
Computer skills: Word, Excel, Power Point.
Must be able to sit, stand, bend and walk during the work day.

Nice To Haves

Some camp experience is preferred.
Experience working with at-risk populations is helpful.

Responsibilities

With the Camp Director, coordinate the Camp Support Team including leading Tuesday morning team meetings to review the Camper Concern Logs.
Develops and creates individual support plans that recognize the uniqueness and interest of the child and works with team to ensure supports are in place.
Coordinate the actions or tasks identified in the Camper Support Plan.
Act as a liaison to family and/or support systems. Facilitate ongoing communication with families to provide updates and to problem solve any challenges.
Provides direct support and guidance to camp staff in meeting the needs of the camper; intervene when appropriate to prevent or resolve problems.
Provide on-going training and guidance to front line counselors on how to minimize common behavior problems and how work with campers who display a diverse array of emotional and behavioral challenges.
Monitor camp groups for behavior trends: positive and negative.
Create a culture of positive support and behavior management.
Adhere to all fiscal policies and procedures such as petty cash, purchase orders, and employee expenses as requested.
Ensure that the working environment meets the highest standards of cleanliness and maintenance.
Attend Camp Leadership Meetings.
Meet with other camp staff as needed.
Accept additional responsibilities as assigned.