Special Needs Program Aide

Overview

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

It is the mission of the R.E.C.E.S.S. program to serve adults with disabilities by providing opportunities to socialize with peers, promoting healthy lifestyle habits through proper nutrition and exercise, fostering community involvement and service. Special Needs Program Aide is responsible for assisting the Special Needs Instructors in the classroom of adults with disabilities.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, but we also offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:

• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, and aquatics.
• 20% Discount on Personal Training.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

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 are open 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 a catalyst 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teachers in presenting the R.E.C.E.S.S. program materials.
• Assist in ensuring that there is proper oversight in classroom at all times.
• Assist in maintaining safe and positive environment for students.
• Assist in maintaining classroom ratios at all times.
• Assist with mobility of students.
• Operate a 14 passenger mini-bus.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
• Follow mandated reporting requirements
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid South Carolina Driver’s License with the ability to operate a 14 passenger mini-bus.
• Some curriculum/course work in Special Education.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with special needs individuals.
• Must have loving & compassionate spirit.
• Ability to assist in managing class room of at least 20 special needs adults.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and also work as a member of a team.