The Gateway Region YMCA is seeking a motivated and energtic candidate to fill the position of Y Club Site Director at the Four Rivers YMCA.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position will develop, organize and coordinate high-quality YMCA program(s).
Areas of Responsibility:
- Support planning and coordination of program and its activities.
- Ensure implementation and compliance of YMCA, State and School guidelines, policies and procedures.
- Ensure individual needs of children are met.
- Maintain positive relationships with staff, families, school personnel and volunteers.
- Maintain an environment that ensures children, staff and family safety and well being
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that advance all areas of children’s development
- and learning, including social, emotional, intellectual and physical competency
- Conduct program in accordance with YMCA goals and principles of developmentally appropriate practices
- Supervise and mentor group leaders and support staff.
- Support program growth and development.
- Ensure zero tolerance for abuse and actively participate in the protection of youth and teens.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Skills/Experience:
- Must be at least 18 years of age (see specific requirements)
- Possess at least 1-year experience working in childcare/camp/recreation or related field.
- Ability to use typical business software and office equipment.
- Strong communication, organization and detail skills.
- Understanding of the role of volunteerism within the YMCA.
- Must have strong leadership skills, be self-motivated and possess knowledge of group work principles.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Physical Mobility: walking, climbing, stairs, standing, kneeling, bending, leaning, stooping and sitting for extended periods of time.
- Physical Dexterity: ability to use telephone, computer, electronic equipment, exercise equipment, office equipment (fax, copier, stapler, etc.), tools and machinery as needed.
- Lifting: ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Sensory Requirements: ability to hear, listen, speak, smell, touch, taste, see and distinguish colors.
- Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
- Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
How to Apply:
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jun 7 2019
Active Until:
Jul 7 2019
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit