Camp Behavior Support Specialist
Company: Keene Young Mens
Location: Keene
Posted on: March 24, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: KEENE FAMILY YMCA JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Camp
Behavior Support Specialist Hours per week: 25 hours FLSA Status:
Part-time-Non-Exempt -Seasonal Pay Range: $20.00 per hour Reports
to: School Age Childcare and Camp Director Revision Date: 3.10.2026
POSITION SUMMARY: Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit
committed to strengthening community through youth development,
healthy living and social responsibility. Builds members and the
community’s understanding of the YMCA’s impact. This position
provides direct supervision and addresses behavioral concerns to a
group of children and leadership/supervision to lead and assistant
staff in a seasonal day camp setting. Provides positive engagement
with youth in a safe, nurturing environment with a diversity,
equity, and inclusion lens. Provides quality experience to children
and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect,
responsibility, and caring. 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 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: more than anything else, we
are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning
with you. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Builds personal and meaningful
relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and
guests. While exemplifying Y’s commitment to the four-character
values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility and responds to
all member and community inquiries promptly. Supporting camp
participants struggling with managing their behaviors. Provide
direct supervision and instruction to camp participants following
the camp guidelines. Assist camp participants reregulate and
support a safe environment. Cultivates strong working relationships
with YMCA members, staff, participants, and families. Follow all
YMCA emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and
accident reports as necessary and gives them to the Camp Director
promptly. While reporting problems, complaints, or concerns of
participants to the Camp Director in a prompt fashion. Participates
in staff meetings, training, events, reviews, and other scheduled
events. Maintains attendance records in an orderly and efficient
manner. Upholds all YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code
of conduct. Project a positive, enthusiastic, and professional
image on the job. Be self-motivated and can work independently or
as a team member. Be punctual and dependable. Fulfills any other
functions appointed by the YMCA administration. Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS: At least 18 years of age. Higher Education or
Certificates in Special Education/Behavior Management is preferred.
Must pass a background check and finger printing. 2 years of
experience working in Behavior Management. Experience preferred in
one or more of the following areas: outdoor living/education, music
(instrumental or songs), dramatic arts, aquatics,
sports/PE/recreational games, creative arts, etcetera. Strong
Desire to work with youth grades K-8 Strong Behavioral management
skills Ability to actively implement program activities. Effective
verbal communication skills CPR/First Aid/AED certifications and
Child Abuse Prevention training completed prior to camp start date.
Completed health form prior to start date. Bachelor's degree in a
Field related to Education or Behavior management is preferred.
Compensation details: 20-20 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: Keene Young Mens, New England , Camp Behavior Support Specialist, Social Services , Keene, Northeast
