Adult Special Needs Recreation

Job Details

Job Location
: YMCA Association Office - Tustin, CA 92780

Position Type
:
Part Time

Salary Range
: $18.08 - $21.88 Hourly

The YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are seeking highly engaged, intentional, and service-oriented individuals for a Direct Support Professional/Facilitator position within our specialized New Horizons program.

This role is an opportunity to directly impact the lives of children and adults with special needs or developmental disabilities by fostering genuine connections and creating an environment where every individual can reach their goals.

Locations: Various program sites throughout Orange County.

• Support Inclusion: Provide one-on-one support to children (toddlers through adolescence) with special needs in a childcare setting.
• Foster Independence: Assist adults (ages 18+) in gaining skills for post-secondary education, employment, and community integration.
• Be a Mentor: Guide participants through positive behavior reinforcement, social skill building, and goal achievement.
• Model Core Values: Demonstrate the Y’s values and a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; 2 years of college in behavioral science is preferred.
• Certification: Must possess or be willing to possess a Class B License and Youth Bus certificate (School Bus preferred).
• Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Availability: Ability to attend program events including nights, weekends, and overnight trips.

• FREE YMCA Membership
  , Classes, and Pool Access.
• FREE Training including special needs topics, child development, and positive behavior interventions.
• Retirement Fund and Paid Sick Time.
• Medical/Dental/Vision for Full-Time staff.

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Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case by case basis as it relates to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates 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.