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Teen Director

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Quincy, MA, United States
Full-time
South Shore Quincy Branch

The Quincy, MA YMCA is looking for a Full-Time, Teen Director who will be responsible for the administration and operation of Teen Programs.


The Quincy, MA YMCA Teen Director will be responsible for the administration and operation of Teen Programs at both the Quincy YMCA Branch and our Germantown Neighborhood Center. Our team is passionate about growth, innovation and collaboration within our community. If you thrive on working with others and making a postitive impact in the community, you are probably a great fit for our team and program! Bring your Passion to our Mission! Apply Today.

Job Description

  • Establish and execute new programs and maintain high quality of current programs.
  • Work closely with others to follow guidelines of current grant based programs.
  • Successful candidates must be proficient in grant record keeping, which will include budgetary responsibilities and written communication skills.
  • Full Time hours - schedule will be Tuesday-Saturday work week and evening hours.
Areas of Responsibility: 

1. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Currently programs include, but not limited to Youth and Government, Saturday Teen Nights, Teen Mentoring Program, Summer Camp Teen Leaders, Friday Night Middle School Program.

2. STAFF ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

Recruits, hires, trains, manages, develops, coaches, schedules, and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.

3. MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

Builds relationships with and among members, especially the junior members. Ability to respond to inquiries and solves problems. Creates a safe and supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new members, and connects members to the YMCA’s cause. Expected to be on Director on Duty rotation.

4. BUDGET & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Plans and manages department budgets as approved in a fiscally responsible manner. Responsible for timely and accurate payroll for the department.

5. FACILITY MANAGEMENT

Works with appropriate branch staff to provide program facilities for members that are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained, and attractive.

6. VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT

Builds and develops volunteer capacity, sharing the social responsibility.

7. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & SUPPORT

Assists in YMCA fund raising activities/events, and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community.

Skills/Experience: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields. Education, Child Development, Physical Education, Human Services, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of related experience
  • Computer experience required: Microsoft office suite including Word, Publisher & Excel. Training in internal operating software provided.
  • MA 7-D student transportation license is to be obtained within the first 60 days.
  • The ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with, staff, children & families, volunteers, school administrators, members, community leaders and other agencies are critical to this position.
  • Effective teaching skills, the ability to implement methods to address and follow up with member needs/concerns appropriately and reflecting an attitude that values diversity are required.
  • Demonstrated skills in budget development and management, staff and volunteer development, planning, supervision and fund raising.
  • Must possess excellent communication skills and demonstrate poise professionalism with staff, parents, participants and other professionals.

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: 
Nov 14 2017
Active Until: 
Dec 13 2017
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit