Develop & administer all facets of family programming, special events, development of community-based programs, and teaching kitchen.
Under the direction of the Branch AssociateExecutive Director, and with guidance from the Branch Executive Director and the Board of Managers, the Youth & Family Life Director will be responsible for developing and administering all facets of preschool, youth, teen, home school, family programming, child watch, special events, the development of other community-based programs, and teaching kitchen.
The staff person will be accountable for the development and administration of the department, program development and promotion, implementation and evaluation, staff scheduling and supervision, and financial operation in accordance with Branch and Association goals, objectives and policies. Specific program areas include weekend programs, preschool programs, day camping programs, Family Nights, special events, and development of new and innovative community-based programs. The Youth and Family Life Director must understand their role in helping build relationships and a small community atmosphere among our members.
This position requires a BA/BS degree in child development, recreation, elementary education or related field, or its equivalent in related experience, and must have a minimum of 3-5 years professional experience in YMCA or similar agency. Applicant must have basic programming skills with special emphasis on youth and family activities and volunteer recruitment. The ability to relate to all age groups is essential. Experience with volunteers, fiscal management, and program development is also important. The need exists to be current with community trends.
Due to the diversity of responsibility, a high degree of organizational ability is needed. Strong skills are necessary in supervision, management, income production, expense control, public relations, promotion, communication skills, and record-keeping.