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Senior Director of Healthy Living

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Framingham, MA, United States
Full-time

At the MetroWest YMCA, our cause defines us. We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That's why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you'll discover more than a job - you'll enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

The Senior Director of Healthy Living oversees the development and operations of healthy living programs, including traditional Health and Wellness, chronic disease prevention and intervention programs, and nutrition programs in accordance with the policies established by the Board of Directors, along with the mission and goals of the YMCA. Recruits, trains and supports assigned staff. Provides liaison support to committee(s) and advisory board(s). This position will play a key role in community and member relationships.

Benefits include10% YMCA paid retirement, competitive medical, dental and vision plan, life and long term disability, Employee Assistance Program, complimentary use of YMCA facilities.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develops, implements, and manages operating plans for healthy living programs with a goal of promoting program and membership growth for the YMCA. Executes strategies to ensure that members and program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.
  • Provides direct program delivery as needed.
  • Develops and controls department budgets related to the position.
  • Hires, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Facilitates communication and provides leadership. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
  • Ensures a positive working and program environment emphasizing the YMCA’s areas of focus and character values.
  • Operates and maintains a safe working environment to include program storage areas.
  • Provides leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and volunteer committees/ boards as assigned. Develops and maintains effective working relationships within the community.
  • Assures compliance with state and local regulations. Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed.
  • Ensures high quality member-focused programs through innovative program development, evaluations and on going training of staff.
  • Maintains accurate and up to date records, files, and billing / collection procedures and provides data and reports as required for assigned programs. Responsible for processing refunds, credits and entering program table files.
  • Works cooperatively with the Building and Grounds Director to ensure the cleanliness and safety of all program and facility areas.
  • Develops and coordinates all necessary marketing and promotion for related programs and services. This may include but not be limited to, timely and frequent news releases, school distributions, paid advertising and the design of brochures and flyers. Responsible for updating and managing program guide pages each session. Some of these tasks will take place with help from the Marketing Director.
  • Maintains all certifications and training hours necessary for the position to include First Aid, CPR and O2 training.
  • Ensures proper building coverage is present for all program related functions in accordance with program needs. Acts as the building professional on duty as needed.
  • Leads the MetroWest YMCA HIPAA compliance efforts including setting and monitoring policy and practice.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, recreation, business or equivalent.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Four or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
  • Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising.
  • Have the ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time.
  • Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations.
  • Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others.
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
  • YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred.
  • CPR, O2 and First Aid certifications are required.
  • He / or She must be physically capable to set up program equipment and have the ability to hear and see activities and problems as they occur.
Compensation/Benefits: 

$55,000.00 - $63,000.00

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: 
Sep 18 2017
Active Until: 
Oct 18 2017
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit