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Program Director-Youth Programs

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Mililani, HI, United States
Full-time

Position is responsible for the development, growth, and overall daily operations of all assigned youth programs (Day Camp, Specialty Day Camp, and assigned A+ and/or BSP sites).  This position will ensure that all strategic and tactical goals of the branch and association are met and strive for a 3%-5% growth in programs annually.  Position reports directly to the Branch Executive Director.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • VALUES – Supports the mission, vision, strategic plan, and direction of the YMCA: Embraces and supports the mission of the YMCA through the Four Core Values.  Demonstrates a strong commitment to the YMCA and conveys enthusiasm in work ethic. 
  • COMMUNITY – Actively engages members, participants, community partners, and other constituents to create a feeling of community through the YMCA.  Models effective relationship building techniques and is able to draw upon such relationships to achieve the work of the YMCA.
  • INCLUSION – Ensures a quality experience for all members, participants, staff, and community members.  Possesses the knowledge and ability to create and deliver exceptional experiences for all.  Consistently greets and assists everyone in a positive way and responds to the needs of others.  Delivers service that exceeds expectations and is able to respond to concerns or complaints in a way that makes each person feel valued.  Identifies and develops opportunities to serve and involve all.
  • DEVELOPING OTHERS – Provides effective team leadership. Accepts accountability for his/herself as well as the team.  Plans for the long-term and is able to work with individuals and teams to accomplish such goals.  Develops and recognizes people and ensures that standards, policies, and procedures are met.  Possesses organizational skills and ensures deadlines for him/herself as well as his/her team are met. 
  • EMOTIONAL MATURITY – Uses effective personal behavior.  Demonstrates the Four Core Values and is positive and professional.  Actively listens and effectively communicates genuinely, clear, and pleasant.  Gives constructive and clear feedback to staff and others, promotes performance improvements.  Able to work through difficult situations with a clear, focused mind to ensure the safety, welfare, and best outcome for all. 
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Skills/Experience: 

Skills/Knowledge:

  • Must be able to walk into a room and enjoy the challenge of meeting new people
  • Possess strong extrovert qualities
  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, well organized and multi-task oriented
  • Ability to manage conflict resolution, communicate and problem solve on a high level
  • Requires understanding of child/teen development, group work process and general management as well as perform the full range of supervisory duties
  • ·Knowledge of program fiscal management, ability to keep programs on budget and launch contingency plans when required
  • Computer literate, proficient in Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Adobe, and Photoshop preferred.  Ability to operate the YMCA’s internal software program (i.e. CLASS)
  • Ability to report to work Monday-Sunday and holidays as needed.  Position requires attendance at functions including overnight and weekends. 

Education/Training:

  • Valid driver’s license with regular access to a vehicle and a clean driving history report
  • CPR, AED, and First Aid certification
  • TB Clearance
  • 14 passenger mini bus certification (within the first 6 months of hire)
  • One year minimum experience in program leading and planning preferred
  • One year minimum experience working in childcare/teen or related human services programs including experience in conducting meetings and staff trainings
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $35,533.00 - $44,416.00

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: 
Dec 15 2017
Active Until: 
Jan 14 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit