One on One Ability Program Aid - Before and After School
About The Position
The YMCA is seeking a One on One Ability Program Aid for its before- and after-school program in Flemington, New Jersey. The position supports participants through community-based activities, job skill exploration, and healthy living experiences, with a focus on helping young adults increase their independence. The specific site will be determined upon interview. The role involves supervising participants, adapting activities to individual needs and learning styles, encouraging positive socialization and behavior, and communicating with participants and their families. The Aid also follows emergency and safety procedures, documents and reports incidents, protects participant confidentiality, and attends required training and meetings. The YMCA offers team support and training, opportunities to learn and grow, and the opportunity to contribute to a nonprofit organization serving the community.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Have at least 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Have excellent communication skills and be able to work with others.
Responsibilities
- Safely supervise and lead participants through provided activities.
- Adapt program activities to suit each participant’s needs.
- Engage positively with participants and encourage positive socialization between them.
- Reinforce positive behaviors, teach proper sportsmanship, and bring enthusiasm to every shift.
- Acknowledge different learning styles and meet each participant’s needs.
- Develop strong relationships with participants and their families through communication and actions.
- Provide feedback to participants and parents or guardians on individual performance.
- Maintain confidentiality of all participants.
- Maintain knowledge of emergency and safety procedures; provide care in an emergency, document incidents and accidents, and report them to a supervisor.
- Attend training, organizational, and staff meetings as required by a supervisor.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
- Support and training from the team.
- Opportunities to learn and grow at the YMCA.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
