One on One Afterschool Aide - South Orange County - Part-time

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 Facilitator positions within our specialized Inclusion 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: Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Rancho Santa Margarita, Ladera Ranch, San Juan Capistrano, and San Clemente.

 

Purpose & Impact

• Support Inclusion: Provide one-on-one support to children (T-K 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.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Completion of at least 12 college units or 6 units completed with current enrollment in 6 additional units.
• Fields of Study: Child development, psychology, sociology, education, social work, or behavioral science.
• Experience: 6 months of supervised experience working with children is preferred.
• Requirements: Ability to travel throughout various program sites in Orange County.

 

Invested in You: Benefits & Perks

• 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.

 

Learn more about the YMCA and opportunities at: www.ymcaoc.org/careers

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 related 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.