Associate Youth and Teen Director

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YMCA of the USA
East Rutherford, NJ, USA
Full-time

Join the Meadowlands YMCA and you will pave the way for growth and development for those who aspire to be more and do more.

The Associate Youth and Teen Director will carry primary responsibilities for the creation, development, and implementation of high-quality preschool, youth and teen programs along with special needs activity and enrichment opportunities under the direction of the Senior Program Director. This position will have seasonal roles as a camp director and requires a full workday on Saturday with one day off during the week between September 15-May 15th.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develops and maintains engaging new activity and enrichment programs that continue to meet the changing needs and demands of local children, teens, adults and families.
  • Recruit, onboard, train and supervise program staff and volunteers to assist in implementing and maintaining top quality programs.
  • Directs and supervises preschool, youth and teen classes to meet YMCA objectives. Expands Y program offerings and participation in programs within the community.
  • Coordinate youth and teen and child watch rooms including hours, staffing, and events/usage.
  • Create a special needs initiative across all relevant program areas. Staff, train and implement programs to benefit the diverse population both inside our YMCA and in our community.
  • Create and build a strong community for the youth and teen population via special events, series and workshops.
  • Maintains room schedules and staff schedules for all relevant areas.
  • Secure and facilitate multipurpose room rentals around YMCA programming.
  • Seasonal camp responsibilities as director of on-site and off-site Musical Theatre, Kiddie, CIT and LIT camps (May 15-September15)
  • Engaged in programs by instructing a minimum of 5 hours per week.
  • Assists in marketing development and distribution of all program information.
  • Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
  • Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
  • Maintains clean, organized and safe program facilities.
  • Ability to create curriculum and trainings that facilitate age-appropriate skills.
  • All other miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned by supervisor.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Administrative skills, involving using Microsoft office
  • Must have outgoing personality, be energetic, passionate, communicate well
  • Must have extensive experience in customer service
  • Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
  • Must be very knowledgeable about current trends in relevant areas of responsibility.
  • CPR, First Aid, AED certifications; Bloodborne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention training within 90 days of hire date.
  • Must be available evenings and weekends.

Required Certifications

  • Stand: Extended periods of time.
  • Lift equipment up to 50lbs.
  • Will be required to travel to offsite facilities when necessary.
  • May be required to attend meetings outside of the building.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $38,000.00 - $42,000.00

How to Apply: 

https://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/details/40616

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: 
Nov 2 2019
Active Until: 
Dec 2 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit