Behavior Specialist

Day Camp Behavior SpecialistThe YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you'll discover more than just a job—you'll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.Now Hiring at the Boll Family YMCAYMCA Employee Benefits· Free Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs· Flexible Scheduling· Family-friendly Work EnvironmentGeneral FunctionUnder guidance of the Youth & Family Director and support of the Senior Behavior & Mental Health Director, the Day Camp Behavior Specialist is responsible for counseling students with personal, behavioral, and psychological issues, and addressing relevant issues during camp. They will work with students one-on-one and during camp sessions. The Day Camp Behavior Specialist will also provide appropriate resources and strategies to parents and camp counselors to assist campers who are experiencing behavioral or psychological issues. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesObserve children who are currently struggling and model positive behavioral intervention strategies for counselors to use with the child.Counsel campers with personal and psychological issues that affect their performance, behavior, and socialization in Day Camp.Communicate with parents and schedule meetings to provide resources with kids having consistent issues.Document interactions with campers appropriately. Use documents such as FYI forms, Incident Reports, and Behavior plans with campers, staff, and parents. Provide the information for the plan, the support for the plan, and the resources for the plan.Maintain case files and reports to track progress and problems.Support staff daily through behavior management, parent communication, staff communication, program implementation, crisis intervention, and more.Attend weekly staff meetings and provide the group with a professional development tools each week to help guide them throughout their summer successfully.Assist camp staff with any questions or concerns regarding their campers, staff, etc.Meet weekly with Director to discuss any concerns and provide the appropriate support.Facilitate Social Emotional Learning activities and coach staff in SEL implementationPerforms other duties as assigned.Education/Experience/Training/CertificationsA bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or other related field nearing completion.Experience in School Social Work may be advantageous.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Compassion and empathy for children.Professionalism and discretion.Good relationships with relevant social services.Previous experience working with diverse populations.Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Work Environment & Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to plan, lead, and participate in program activities in a variety of indoor and/or outdoor settings.The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit ("YMCA") is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.