A career with a Cause! Go to work knowing that what you do every day positively affects the lives of families in your community.
This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. The Teen Director at the Downtown YMCA will begin by identifying the needs of members ages 12-17 at the Downtown YMCA to help them live the healthiest life possible and achieve their full potential in goals and aspirations. The Teen Director will collaborate with existing YMCA Program Directors and Onondaga County community organizations to provide our teens the resources they need to continue to grow and thrive in whatever stage of life they’re in. The Teen Director will also develop and manage new programs, as needed. The Teen Director provides direct leadership and assures the well-being of each participant and staff in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Models and teaches the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with members, colleagues, staff, guests, volunteers, and vendors.
- Develops, maintains, and facilitates positive relationships with and between volunteers, members, program participants, staff, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.General understanding ofsocial work, case management, and community collaboration and partnerships
- As the department grows, assists with all supervision of teen staff, including: recruitment, hiring, training, evaluation, human resources and payroll functions, recognition, and discipline of employees; scheduling and facilitating staff meetings, and in-service trainings; overall safety; addresses complaints in a timely and equitable manner; and resolves problems effectively with the support of their direct supervisor.
- Development and management of teen programs and events with the input of teens in accordance with YMCA guidelines; supports and directs staff in lesson planning, scheduling, and coverage accordingly; and supports members, program participants, and staff in achieving their goals through motivational support and guidance.
- Stays up to date and assists with all facility changes including but not limited to events, holidays, schedule changes, and pool closures.
- Follows all YMCA of Central New York procedures and guidelines including those pertaining to health and safety, rosters, forms, reports, and staff expectations, and ensures that Health Department bather codes are being followed.
- Communicates with staff, participants, parents, grantors and collaborating organizations in a timely and professional manner, including answering questions and providing reports that will support a positive experience with the YMCA.
- Develops an annual program budget in accordance with the YMCA of Central New York’s fiscal standards. Is responsible for monthly review, variance reports and forecasting.
- Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, and those for the prevention of child abuse; and supports other staff to do the same.
- Pursues training opportunities that support the work of the YMCA.
- Provides sound fiscal management and meets deadlines in assigned areas.
- Is an active leader in membership retention goals and in the Annual Giving Campaign.
- Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Two or more years of supervision experience.
- General understanding of social work, case management, and community collaboration and partnerships.
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people in a friendly, consistent and professional manner.
- Ability to display passion, enthusiasm and support for the mission and values of the YMCA
- Knowledge of local teen interests, life challenges and barriers
- Proven track record of building program participation and relationships with members, participants, and volunteers.
- Excellent interpersonal skills are critical and essential to the success of this position.
- Demonstrates excellent skills in planning, organization, time management, and attention to details, with the ability to multi-task with minimal direction.
- Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service, decision-making, problem-solving, team-oriented, and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrates leadership skills in an outgoing, friendly, assertive, professional, and mature manner.
- Effective communication skills necessary to inform, counsel, motivate, and support program participants.
- Must be observant, safety-cons
Required Certifications
- Must complete New Employee Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, Mandated Reporter, Blood borne Pathogens, Employee Safety, and Hazard Communication trainings prior to start of position.
- Must hold and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications – within 60 days of employment.
- Must complete Emergency Oxygen Administration Certification within the first 90 days of employment.
Salary: $45,000.00 - $48,000.00