After School Program Interventionist Specialist

Job Title: After School Program Interventionist Specialist

Reports to: Site Coordinator, Second-In-Command, & Director of After School Programs

Works with: YWCA: Director of After School Programs, Site Coordinators, Executive Director and other staff members.

Jamestown Public School (JPS): School Principal and staff, and After School Program Coordinator.

Other: Chautauqua Striders, community contractors (both agency and private), and community after school program staff.

Hours: Up to 17.5 hours per week, 37 weeks per year (According to school / program calendar)

• Plan and conduct activities tailored to the needs and abilities of children with special needs and/or behavioral challenges
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment where all children feel valued and engaged
• Work closely with parents, teachers, and other staff to develop and implement Individualized Activity Plans
• Monitor and document the progress and behavior of participants, adjusting activities as needed.
• Implement strategies and interventions to manage challenging behaviors effectively
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants in activities.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge related to special needs and behavioral management.
• Ensures compliance with NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations (i.e. safety, nutrition, discipline, staff, and health care plan).
• Completes projects/assignments on time.
• Copes well in unexpected situations with calm and solution-oriented attitude.
• Completes attendance rosters and turns in promptly.
• Completes Discipline/Incident/Accident Reports and turns in promptly.
• Develops and completes lesson plans by required deadline.
• Helps with Daily Wellness Checks.
• Understands and implements safety and security procedures as outline by Site Coordinator.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Site Coordinator
• Adhering to LEAPS grant guidelines
• Attends Staff/Program Leader meetings.
• Assists in providing ideas for special events and new activities.
• Reviews materials/websites for implementation into activities.
• Attends required staff development trainings.
• Facilitates snack times.
• Implements lesson plans.
• Gathers materials for activities prior to program.
• Informs Site Coordinator of supplies needed at least one week prior to needing supplies
• Provides information to Site Coordinator for monthly newsletter and reports.
• Works in cooperation with other Program Leaders, teachers and after school staff.
• Provides and ensures good “customer service” for families that begins daily at the designated student “pick-up” point.
• Communicates effectively with families.
• Advocates for children and families. Makes referrals as needed.
• Involves youth in program planning and decision-making where appropriate.
• Promotes open and honest communication in addition to updating Site Coordinator with pertinent information.
• Works well as a team member; models and facilitates the team approach.
• May be asked to assist in the training of new staff members.

:

• Experience working with children with special needs or behavioral challenges
• Strong understanding of various disabilities and behavioral conditions.
• Proficient in organization, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Problem identification, analysis and resolution.
• Self-motivated, flexible and creative.
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities.
• Reliable, dependable and punctual.
• Patience, Empathy, and a Positive Attitude
• Relevant Certification or training in special needs education, behavioral management, or related fields are a plus.
• Incorporate YWCA Mission into program.
• Represent the YWCA in a professional manner at all times.
• Adherence to confidentiality policy and code of ethics at all times.
• Adherence to all policies regarding personal conduct as listed in the Personnel Policy handbook (beginning on page 20).

Minimum qualifications:

• Understands and has working knowledge of child development and best practices.
• Associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation, or a related field, preferred.
• Two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Education or experience may be substituted.

YWCA Jamestown is an inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We strongly encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities. Some candidates may see the job requirements and feel discouraged because they don’t match every instance – we suggest they apply anyway. If you believe this is a role that you’ll be excited to work in every day, want to be a part of our culture and great organization, and will be relentless about social justice and equity, please apply.

YWCA Jamestown is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Further, the YWCA will provide reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of applicants and employees.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 17.5 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Afternoon shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)
• Special education: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jamestown, NY 14701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $20