Advanced Director of Youth Development

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YMCA of the USA
West Chester, PA, USA
Full-time

This is an excellent opportunity for a tenured leader who has demonstrated competencies in staff and program development, effective communication, relationship building and project management. Under the guidance of the Associate Executive Director, the Advanced Director of Youth Development will provide hands-on leadership and supervision of the Montessori Program. Preschool Camp and Family Programs.  This position manages the development and operations of these programs and is also responsible for budget management, ensuring compliance with all Department of Human Services (DHS) regulations and providing the best member experience through quality programming. Additionally, this position will support and supervise the Childcare/Camp Director, Family Programs Director as well as full and part time teachers.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Effectively communicates the mission, vision and values of the YMCA
  • Supports the development and oversight of departmental budgets
  • Ensures high quality programs through innovative program development, program evaluation and on-going staff training
  • Ensures the Y mission and character development values are incorporated into programs
  • Ensures overall growth of designated programs
  • Recruits, trains and manages direct reports and supports direct reports in recruitment, training and management of department staff
  • Understands all risk management procedures and policies and helps implement branch compliance
  • Communicates effectively and efficiently with all staff and participants
  • Plays an active role in our Annual Fundraising Campaign
  • Serves as evening/weekend Director on Duty on a rotating basis
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or Human Services. 
Skills/Experience: 
  • Must be able to meet licensing requirements for PA Department of Human Services. 
  • Three or more years of leadership experience including supervising camp programs and childcare/preschool required. 
  • Superior relationship building skills, computer proficiency and excellent organizational skills are essential to succeed in this position. 
  • Must be available to work weekdays, weekends and evenings.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $47,500.00 - $52,000.00

How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=32515&...

Job Function: 
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
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 29 2018
Active Until: 
Dec 29 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit