Program Director-School Age Child Care, Academic Afterschool, Camp

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YMCA of the USA
Buffalo, NY, United States
Full-time

Responsible for the successful administration and operation of School Age Child Care, Academic After School, and Summer Day Camp departments.  Plans, schedules and manages programming.  Hires and supervises program staff.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Manages, directs and coordinates assigned programs.  Ensures high quality programs, establishes new program activities, and ensures program enrollment targets are met.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs employees and volunteers.  Reviews and evaluates staff performance.  Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
  • Develops, manages and controls budgets related to the position.  Exercises necessary controls to ensure operations are carried out and a balanced fiscal operation exists. 
  • Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures are followed.  Ensures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with organizations and agencies related to assigned programs.  Responds to all inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Provides staff leadership for the Annual Campaign and committees as assigned.
  • Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment.
  • Maintains proper records and department files.
  • Organizes special events related to the program area.
  • Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
  • Implements survey collection procedures.  Evaluates program effectiveness and responds to customer feedback.
  • Serves as a member of YMCA management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA.
  • Carries out other tasks as assigned.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, a related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Skills/Experience: 
  • One to two years of related experience, as a coordinator or supervisor of related programs.
  • Ability to direct assigned operations including supervision and development of staff and volunteers.
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to use analytical, interpretative and evaluative thought in making decisions and solving problems. 
  • Experience working with diverse populations.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $40,560.00

How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=19127&...

Job Function: 
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
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 7 2017
Active Until: 
Jan 6 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit