Location and Job Title:

Seasonal Camp Inclusion Coordinator
YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood
54 Nagle Ave
New York, NY 10040

Principal Responsibilities:

CAMP OVERVIEW

Camp Twelve Trails gives children entering Kindergarten - 10th grade the best of both specialty and traditional day camp programs. It is comprised of five Neighborhoods (elective tracks): Play, Create, Explore, Discover, and Grow that allow campers to strengthen their skills in their favorite specialty while encouraging them to explore new

areas. Our program is rooted in universally shared values central to Jewish life. These values are incorporated into everything we do, with the hope that it encourages our staff and campers to be the best versions of themselves.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Inclusion Coordinator assists in the implementation of our overall inclusion model by providing essential support and guidance to our Inclusion counselors who work directly with the campers requiring additional support. This includes assisting in de-escalation and implementing appropriate interventions and to ensure the safety and well-being of all involved. You will also play a key role in developing and implementing behavior management plans tailored to the individual needs of our campers. Through careful assessment and collaboration with the inclusion leadership team and the camp staff, you will identify triggers and underlying factors contributing to challenging behaviors, providing guidance on effective strategies for managing and modifying these behaviors in a positive and supportive manner. Additionally, you will help maintain ongoing communication with parents, providing updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns, ensuring they feel supported and involved in their camper's experience.

DUTIES PRE CAMP

• Assist with pre-camp check-in phone calls to both new and returning Inclusion campers' families, gathering important information about the campers' needs, addressing concerns, ensuring a smooth transition into the camp environment and establishing open lines of communication.
• Review camper intake forms, IEPs and/or 504 plans
• Support in the development of pre-camp staff training sessions focused on inclusion strategies, behavior management techniques, and de-escalation tactics.
• Assist with assigning Inclusion counselors to campers based on the specific needs of the campers and the skill sets of the counselors.
• Attend all weekly leadership meetings in May, and additional Inclusion Committee meetings in May & June
• Attend the Zoom Inclusion Family Webinar in May

DUTIES DURING CAMP

• Assist with the implementation of support for campers in the Inclusion Program
• Provide ongoing guidance and support to the Inclusion Counselors
• Provide strategies and techniques for managing behaviors in a positive and supportive manner.
• Regularly observe campers in their camp activities to assess progress and ensure that inclusion strategies are being effectively implemented.
• Act as a resource for staff in managing crisis situations effectively and calmly.
• Assist staff in developing and implementing behavior management plans for children with challenging behaviors.
• Assist with sensory breaks or accommodations to help campers self-regulate and remain engaged throughout the day.
• Provide support and guidance to staff in implementing behavior plans and reward systems tailored to individual needs.
• Help to create visual schedules and other visual resources
• Assist in the performance evaluations of the Inclusion Counselors throughout the summer, both formally and informally.
• Work collaboratively with specialists and Tribe Leaders

STATUS:

• Seasonal
• Mondays through Fridays, June 29 - August 14, 2026, including 40-45 hours of staff training in May and June

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm during the summer

Salary Range: $6500

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, special education or a related field preferred
• Previous experience working with children or individuals with special needs, preferably in a camp, school, or recreational setting.
• Knowledge and leadership in promoting the physical, intellectual, social, cultural, and emotional well-being of children.
• Strong understanding of Inclusion, behavior management techniques and crisis intervention strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with a team
• Compassionate and patient demeanor, with a genuine desire to support and advocate for children with additional needs.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing needs.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Salary:

Under $25,000

Agency Information:

Established in 1917 as one of the first Jewish community centers in New York City, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the Y) is a thriving and visionary not-for-profit human services organization in Northern Manhattan. We welcome people of diverse ethnicities and all ages, from pre-school to older adults, into the Y family with a wide range of educational, recreational and social services and programs that focus on improving the quality of their lives. With a long and distinguished history, the Y is a multi-service community center that is well known for its nurturing environment and non-judgmental philosophy.