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Program Director

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Mexico, MO, USA
Full-time

In accordance with the Christian principles of the YMCA, the Program Director will administer all functions related to YMCA programs: youth and adult sports, preschool, after school child care (KEYS), summer day camp, martial arts, fitness and special events while exemplifying the Y values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.  Under the direction of the CEO and with the Board of Directors, other YMCA staff and volunteers, the Program Director will give leadership and direction to the implementation of the sports program, fitness program, and family serving programs.  The director will supervise staff and volunteers as it relates to YMCA programs.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develops, plans, coordinates and evaluates sports leagues for youth.
  • Provide adult orientations and youth certifications of the Wellness Center.
  • Responsible for equipping the gymnasium, racquetball court and wellness center.
  • Responsible for developing and planning adult and youth fitness programs.
  • Work with Executive Director to hire, evaluate and supervise babysitting staff, KEYS staff, preschool staff, day    camp staff and gym staff.
  • Recruit, train (or provide access to training), supervise and evaluate staff
  • Work with the Aerobics Department Head in coordinating all fitness classes.
  • Attend all program committee meetings. 
  • Responsible for departmental budgets.
  • Establish goals and objectives for the departments listed above; goals should include emphasis on YMCA mission and character values. 
  • Plan and implement special events.
  • Maintain accurate records of all activities and events within the departments.
  • Prepares purchase requests or approves purchase requests for supplies needed in these departments. 
  • Develops strong parent and community involvement in all programs.
  • Shares responsibility as building supervisor.
  • Assists in implementing the Strategic Plan and works with other staff in programming where needed. 
  • Represents the YMCA and maintains relationships with the community. 
  • Shares as a member of the total staff of the YMCA in the responsibility for the administration for the total
  • Association; participates in such projects as staff training, Annual Support Campaigns and Capital Campaigns.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Physical Education or a related field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Experience in planning and implementing programs preferred.
  • Experience in management or supervision preferred.
  • Strong communication, written, verbal, presentation, and organizational skills required.
  • Must be able to multi task, be able to manage and cultivate relationships, and demonstrate sound mature judgement
  • Must relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community served.
  • Y-USA Team Leader Certification preferred
  •  CPR/First Aid required in 90 days of employment

Required Certifications

  • Y-USA Team Leader Certification preferred
  • CPR/First Aid required in 90 days of employment
  • Completion of the YMCA of the USA Child Abuse and Neglect Class
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Feb 20 2018
Active Until: 
Mar 20 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit