Inclusion Leader Advanced - Expanded Learning Programs (Central San Diego)

YMCA of San Diego County•San Diego, CA

2d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Inclusion Leader Advanced - Expanded Learning Programs is responsible for assisting individuals or small groups of K-12 student participants into a school district-funded before- and after-school program. This role assists with student participation in program through supervision, behavior intervention, medical, health, or physical assistance. The Inclusion Leader Advanced - Expanded Learning Programs ensures the program remains welcoming and nurturing for all student participants and guests while actively contributing to a strong, supportive staff team. To learn more about YMCA Expanded Learning Programs CLICK HERE For more on Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Requirements

A minimum of three (3) years of experience working directly with children ages 5-17 with special needs.
A minimum of one (1) year of specialized experience providing medical, physical, or high-acuity behavioral support to children ages 5-17 with special needs within a K-12 school district environment.
Knowledge of best practices for supporting individuals with diverse physical, cognitive, behavioral, and developmental needs (e.g., autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, mobility impairment).
Excellent verbal communication skills when interacting with participants and tailors communication style to meet the diverse verbal and non-verbal needs of participants and partners.
Ability to quickly build trust, rapport, and supportive relationships with participants, parents/guardians, and colleagues.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to maintain professional composure when managing high-stress behavioral incidents or medical emergencies
Proficiency in identifying behavioral triggers and implementing de-escalation techniques to ensure participant and staff safety.
Ability to lift, carry, and position participants using proper ergonomic techniques
Fine motor skills required to assist with medical equipment, feeding, diapering, and personal hygiene tasks with precision and dignity
Visual and auditory ability and physical capacity to quickly identify, assess, and respond immediately to “elopement" (running) or signs of distress
Completion of Child Abuse Prevention training prior to working with program participants
Licensing, state law and our funders require that applicants be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and include subsequent arrest notifications
Negative TB assessment or test results obtained within the past 60 days, prior to working on a school site, and every four (4) years thereafter
CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire, and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety & Health Institute
High School Diploma/GED (international degrees must be accompanied by a NACES-accredited equivalency evaluation) AND successful completion of California Assessment of Paraprofessional Educators (CAPE)/ Instructional Aide (IA) exam prior to first day of hire OR,
Completion of at least 48 college semester units (courses numbered 100 or above only) OR,
Associate of Arts (AA)/Associate of Science (AS) degree or higher (international degrees must be accompanied by a NACES-accredited equivalency evaluation)

Responsibilities

Assist assigned participants with homework assistance, enrichment and program activities, and meals to support inclusion into the program; support participants during meal and snack times to ensure needs are met.
Maintains safety and well-being of all participants; implements de-escalation techniques and interventions for high-risk behaviors such as self-harming, eloping, and aggression.
Guides participants by using a variety of techniques including non-verbal role modeling, emotional and physical support, and positive youth development.
Provides dignified assistance with the use of restroom facilities, including diapering, and clothing changes, utilizing proper lifting and transfer techniques as required.
Administers specialized health care support under the training and direction of a school or district nurse.
Practices prompt-fading techniques to increase participant independence in program.
Collaborates and communicates professionally and proactively with school staff and school administration, parents and guardians, and other Expanded Learning Programs staff members as needed.
Participate in professional development and relevant training opportunities as appropriate for assigned position.
Other duties as assigned.