Associate Program Director
About The Position
An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org Position Summary: The Associate Program Director supports the day-to-day operations of youth programming at the Plainfield YMCA. This role provides direct program support, staff supervision, and administrative oversight to ensure high-quality, safety, and engaging youth programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in youth development, nonprofit, or community-based programming preferred.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and build strong, positive relationships.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a YMCA or similar nonprofit organization preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support daily operations of School Age Child Care (SACC), including staff supervision, scheduling, curriculum support, and program quality.
- Assist with hiring, training, onboarding, and ongoing coaching of program and camp staff.
- Ensure programs meet YMCA safety standards, licensing requirements, and quality expectations.
- Manage program administration including registrations, enrollments, attendance, billing follow-up, and parent communication.
- Support in youth and teen programs, chronic disease programming, SIM programs, and facilitate classes as needed.
- Development and implementation of child development and teen programs.
- Support staff leadership in planning and managing program budgets, monitoring payroll, and controlling purchasing expenses in accordance with YMCA financial guidelines.
- Assist with purchasing program supplies and snacks within budget and nutrition guidelines.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with youth, families, volunteers, and community partners.
- Assist with summer camp operations, including staff supervision, activity planning, scheduling, trips, and use of camp management software and parent portals.
- Support staff leadership development and ensure consistent supervision, safety procedures, and incident reporting.
- Contribute to program growth by supporting new program ideas and community engagement efforts.
- Assist with fundraising efforts, including the Annual Campaign and special events.
- Promote programs through marketing support, website content, program guides, and social media.
- Participate in organization-wide events, trainings, meetings, and other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- FREE family membership to Greater Somerset County YMCA, including full access to all of our branch facilities including Bridgewater YMCA, Hillsborough YMCA, Princeton YMCA, Somerset Hills YMCA, and Somerville YMCA.
- FREE nationwide membership with access to over 2,500 YMCA locations across the country
- Discounted program fees
- Paid sick leave and short-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous 12% retirement contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund after eligibility period (no employee contribution required)
- Medical and dental insurance with prescription coverage
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account for medical and/or dependent care
- 100% contribution towards life insurance and long-term disability
- Optional additional life insurance and dependent life insurance available at low rates
- 403(b) Smart Savings Plan
- Generous paid time off policy
- 7 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
