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Program Director of Teens

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Phoenix, AZ, USA
Full-time

The Valley of the Sun YMCA is one of the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States that has transformed its culture, vision and operations in the last 2 years. With 15 branches in Phoenix, Yuma and Flagstaff along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott. We are fast-growing as a $31 million dollar cause-driven organization that is focused on improving the nation's health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support our neighbors. If you share a commitment to being a part of a greater movement then a career with the YMCA is for you.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • With the assistance of the Executive Director of Youth Development, direct and oversee all teen program operations and budgeting at 14 local family centers and school-based programs.
  • Develop and implement innovative approaches to promote and increase teen program participation and retention.
  • Lead and administer Youth and Government programs, summer leadership programs and supervise Leaders Club and regional events year-round.
  • Alongside branch Executive Directors provide leadership development and mentoring to teen program staff, directors and volunteers.
  • Create positive, lasting memories for all teen program participants, staff and volunteers.

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in education, social services, recreation or equivalent
Skills/Experience: 
  • A passion for working with Teens and developing strong leaders
  • Three or more years' experience in teen programming, including program development, volunteer supervision, and specialized program areas
  • Ability to develop positive relationships with youth
Compensation/Benefits: 
  • 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (once eligible)
  • Free YMCA Family Membership
  • Free Programs for dependents
  • Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Leave (once accrued)
  • Professional Development Opportunities & Trainings
  • 403b Retirement Savings Account upon hire
  • Employee Assistant Program

Salary: $33,656.00 - $42,070.00

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 19 2019
Active Until: 
Oct 19 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit