This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. In accordance with Association policies, the Camp and Y Base Director will be responsible for the development, organization and implementation of high quality for 3 summer day camps, 5 before and after school enrichment sites (Y Base), and schools out fun day at the West Suburban Y. The Camp and Y Base Director will oversee the development and implementation of innovative curriculum and activities, supervise, develop, coach and train staff to ensure that participant’s development occurs in a fun, healthy and safe environment, and ensure program outcomes are consistently achieved. Typical work week may include early morning, late afternoon, weeknights and occasional weekend events.
Directly supervises full time Camp and Y Base Site Supervisors, part time camp/before and after school staff in accordance with the Association policies, mission and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance; addressing and resolving issues.
- Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
- Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
- Directs and supervises 3 summer day camps, 5 school age sites.
- Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
- Assists in marketing and distribution of program information, organizes and schedules program registrations.
- Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with local elementary schools and community organizations.
- Develops and monitors multiple department budgets to meet fiscal objectives.
- Creates and schedules all camp, Y Base, and schools out fun day sessions, lesson plans and activities.
- Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of participation in programs. Assists Registrar to ensure payment for all enrolled participants.
- Monitors daily program operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.
- Secures and monitors transportation for field trips.
- Purchases and maintains supplies for all program activities.
- Maintain accurate staff and child records at all times.
- Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events including Annual Campaign and United Way Campaign.
- Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Participate in branch, Association and program cabinet meetings as assigned.
- Responsible for strict adherence to all Association policies and procedures. Conducts annual review of those policies and procedures.
- Be a champion for overall branch membership goals, retention and satisfaction.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Employees are held responsible for all duties of the job.
- A level 12 or higher required on The Registry to comply with licensing requirements.
- One to two years related experience working with school-aged children preferred.
- Two to three years supervisory experience preferred.
- Ability to direct programs through supervision of staff, development and monitoring of budgets, marketing and public relations, program development and fundraising.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others.
- Ability to relate effectively with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Strong written and oral communication skills required.
- BLS and First Aid Certification required. (Need within 90 days of hire)
- Exhibit the core values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.
- Must have a current driver's license and reliable transportation.
Salary: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00