Behavioral Support Liaison

POSITION SUMMARY:

The School Aged Childcare (SACC) Behavioral Support Liaison conducts behavioral assessments and provides support and consultation to YMCA Staff serving children enrolled in Y Care and/or Seasonal Day Camps who have been identified with complex and/or high needs, behavioral, developmental, and/or physical, that may impact their ability to participate successfully in program activities. This position helps create and maintain a culture of Belonging, Achievement, and Relationships(BAR) that aligns with the Y Core Values and Guiding Principles.

This individual will have the skills necessary to be comfortable with conflict resolution, proficient with observation and analysis to make informed decisions, work well with both adults and children, and provide objective feedback to support engagement in Y Care and/or Seasonal Day Camps. Additionally,this individual will act as a liaison between the YMCA and School District Behavioral Specialists tosupport consistency of mitigation techniques from school day to Y Care.

This is a grant-funded position and will be reevaluated after the first year of funding to determine if it continues. Funds are expected to be available July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027.This position does not provide clinical diagnosis or therapy but instead works within an educational/behavioral support framework.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we areopen to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become acatalyst in the world.

We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assessment/Consultationa. Establishes an observation routine to support morning and afternoon Y Care hours tobe present on-site at a minimum of two morning shifts and up to three afternoon shifts within a two-week work schedule.b. Assesses Y Care operations and curriculum to support youth with complex needs andmay develop curriculum to support appropriate emotional regulationc. Supports Y Care staff to facilitate Parent/Caregiver conversations that include but arenot limited to Plans of Success, Re-entry plans, and/or Behavior Notifications tosupport successful engagement in Y Cared.

Coordinates planning, implementation and evaluation of SACC programs to support positive behaviors and mitigation techniques by incorporating a combination ofprogram facilitation, SEL best practices, and transition techniques that can be standardized across all Y Care sitese. Communicates with Program Directors and site staff on any progress notes, problems,or other concerning information which occurred during Y Care hours regarding children with complex needs
2. Training/Coachinga. Develops and implements behavioral support training materials for Y Care staff as partof quality engagement standards across all Y Care/Seasonal Day Camp sitesb. Participates in site staff meetings to discuss implementation of training materials to assist behavioral needs for site staff to run a high-quality Y Care sitec. Supports on-site staff and volunteers with coaching conversations to empower them to implement mitigation techniques and strategies when needed while on site
3. Documentation/Reportinga. Maintains appropriate record keeping, including but not limited to incident reports and discipline records to support parent conversations, enrollment decisions, and follow upstrategiesb. Provides appropriate referrals for child and family support services when/if neededc. Supports quarterly reports of Complex Needs Grant to show progress and impact offunds being used by maintaining accurate records as established in the grant requirements and guidelines
4. Relationship/Safetya. Fosters positive relationships with staff, children, families, school personnel and thecommunityb. Maintains safety and health…