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Youth Director

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Caldwell, ID, USA
Full-time

The Youth Director is responsible for administering the total operation of the Youth Department at the Caldwell Branch.

The Caldwell YMCA opened its doors on October 27, 2005. Since that time it has become a hallmark of the community, impacting the lives of thousands of kids and families. Facility amenities include a large cardio and weight floor, full-court basketball gym, three fitness studios, and a state of the art aquatics center including a lap-pool, splash pad, pretzel slide, and lazy-river.

Through sports, fitness, arts, education, leadership, and camp programs, Treasure Valley Family YMCA helps youth develop values, improve skills, and build healthy relationships. The Youth Director is responsible for administering the total operation of the Youth Department at the Caldwell Branch, overseeing the safe management of programs, facilities, volunteer and staff development, and philanthropy within the department.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Work closely with Youth staff to ensure department operations are consistent with approved Leading Practices.
  • Supervise Youth staff, including hiring, onboarding, role-modeling, coaching, scheduling, and on-going development.
  • Expand existing programs and establish new programs and activities in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
  • Respond to member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Develop and monitor program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
  • Manage all aspects of programming to ensure budget, quality and safety expectations are met.
  • Work with the Marketing and Communications team to market and distribute program information.
  • Operate in a synergistic manner with other YMCA branches and departments to increase participation through cross-promotion and education.
  • Be a contributing member of assigned Association Program Strategy Team.
  • Engaging and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
  • Coordinate use of Health and Well-being facilities for program activities and events, including working with other Y and community leaders as needed.
  • Meet position-specific requirements in the Annual Campaign plan and assist in other YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
  • Develop and maintains relationships with current and potential funding sources in coordination with Branch and Association staff.
  • Serve as Program Committee liaison.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Education, or similar. Equivalent experience in youth development may be considered in lieu of degree.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Experience in curriculum design, conflict-management, staff/volunteer development, managing an operating budget, and program development required.
  • Candidate must show competence within Microsoft Windows and Office Suite and an overall ability to learn new software programs. Current CPR certification or ability to obtain certification within 45 days of hire is required.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $35,380.00 - $44,240.00

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: 
Oct 17 2019
Active Until: 
Nov 17 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit