Behavior Specialist

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Location: YMCA of the Suncoast — Hernando School Age Programs

Title: Behavior Specialist - Hernando County School Age Programs

Reports to: Director of Training and Support

FLSA Status: Part Time;
Non-Exempt

Rate of pay: $18.00/hour

Leader Level: Team Leader

Supervises: N/A

This position will work collaboratively with children, staff, families and school district staff to support individual participants who present challenging behaviors in youth programs such as summer camp, before and after care and Kids Zones. They will identify the areas of need and develop a plan to implement successful opportunities for youth and training/coaching opportunities for staff.

• High Quality Programs, Services and Facilities
• Provide early intervention as deemed necessary.
• Provide onsite support as well as collaborate with on‑site staff, school personnel, families, and other early childhood agencies, as appropriate.
• Provide staff development opportunities and modeling on effective strategies to manage behavior.
• Provide parent support and resources for community services.
• Work closely with the Director of Training & Support to provide updates on any referred child.
• Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct.

• Represent and promote the YMCA in the local community and develop positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
• Promote and communicate the objectives and programs of the YMCA through public communication media.
• Actively participate at schools, school districts, community organizations and community events.

• Incorporate storytelling in an effort to advance our mission and cause.
• Participate in Annual Campaign efforts.
• Participate in branch special events for fundraising or mission advancement.

• Serve as a member of the school age team and support the association objectives of the YMCA.
• Accountability, professionalism, relationship based behavior, and ethical behavior are required at all times.
• Teach, role model and promote SMART behavior.

• Support the GPS initiatives.
• Advance our work in Youth Development, Healthy Living, Volunteerism and Philanthropy.
• Incorporate Living Our Cause into work products and behavior.

• Communication – Communicates for influence to attain buy‑in and support of goals.
• Developing Others – Provides tools and resources for the development of others.
• Project Management – Supports goal attainment by prioritizing activities, assigning responsibilities in accordance with capabilities, monitoring progress, and evaluating progress.
• Relationships – Builds authentic relationships in the service of enhancing individual and team performance to support the Y’s work.
• Quality Results – Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.
• Emotional Maturity – Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning.

HS Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred (Psychology, Special Education).

Minimum of 2 years working with children required.

Must meet YMCA of the Suncoast driving criteria. CPR/First Aid required. Must obtain and maintain within 90 days.

• Stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Remain outdoors for extended periods of time.
• Squat, stoop or bend into awkward positions and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Visual and auditory observation of staff, volunteers and members.

• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to manage and cultivate relationships.
• Must have a high level of emotional maturity.

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• EOE/DFWP.

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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