Inclusion Support

Location: St. Catherine’s Elementary School, Duc d’Anville Elementary School, Inglis Street Elementary School, Westmount Elementary School, Joseph Howe Elementary School

Program: YMCA Physical Healthy Development Before and After School (YPHD)

Position Status: Part Time (Contract September 2026 – June 2027)

Compensation: $19.00–$20.00/hour

There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.

Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults.

We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.

With us at their side, they can Shine On.

As Part Of Your Total Compensation

• Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities.
• Access to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home.

About The Role

The Inclusion Support, reporting to the Site Coordinator, plays a key role in fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive environment where every participant can thrive.

The Inclusion Support is responsible for completing behaviour documentation and observations to help identify individual needs, monitor progress, and inform effective support strategies. The Inclusion Support provides guidance and encouragement to participants as they navigate challenging moments, helping them build confidence, develop positive relationships, and experience success within the program.

They also maintain open, respectful communication with families, sharing updates on their child's experiences, progress, and successes. Working collaboratively with the Site Coordinator and Programmers, the Inclusion Support helps develop, implement, evaluate, and adapt individualized strategies that promote meaningful participation, positive development, and a sense of belonging for all participants.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster an Inclusive Environment – Promote a safe, respectful, and welcoming space for all participants, including those with diverse needs.
• Provide Direct Support – Assist children requiring additional support to participate fully in daily activities, adapting approaches as needed.
• Collaborate with Staff & Families – Maintain open, professional communication with the Site Coordinator, program staff, and parents/guardians to ensure consistent strategies and support. This involves attending parent meetings, along with the Site Coordinator, relating to concerning behaviors and developmental updates.
• Documentation & Record-Keeping – Complete and maintain ABC charts for behavior monitoring on a daily basis.
• Parent Communication and Reporting – On a weekly basis provide parents with a behavior report and an inclusive strategy report for the children who require inclusion support.
• Monitor and Maintain Resources – Keep an updated inventory of inclusive and equitable materials and equipment; recommend purchases or replacements as needed.
• Implement Individualized Strategies – Follow and support inclusive strategy reports on a weekly basis.
• Promote Positive Interactions – Model and encourage positive social interactions among children, promoting empathy, respect, and cooperation.
• Ensure Safety and Well-being – Supervise participants to ensure both emotional and physical safety, adapting environments and activities where needed.
• Ongoing Professional Development – Participate in training related to inclusion, equity, diversity, and…