Associate Program Director - HY

GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA • Hillsborough Township, NJ

13d • Onsite

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:
Under the direction of the Senior Program Director, the Associate Program Director is responsible for managing staff and activities associated with our Early Education Center, Summer Camp and School Aged Child Care at the Hillsborough YMCA. This job is fully on-site, not remote.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or Credits In Early Education In accordance with New Jersey State Licensing preferred
• Two to three years related experience as a coordinator or supervisor of child care programs preferred.
• Working knowledge of the State of NJ Department of Children and Families Office of Licensing preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all branch early education teachers/ counselors and assists teachers in day to day EEC operations.
• Engage in program staff hiring, training and provide continuous support and feedback.
• Oversee program registrations and manage financial aspects of the EEC program, including billing, payments, and past-due balances.
• Ensure the delivery of high quality, safe, educational youth programming in a nurturing environment focusing specifically on YMCA's Core Values.
• Establishes and sustains positive relationships with program participants, their families and prospective members.
• Ensures all programs are continuously maintaining the guidelines for a safe, educational, social and nurturing environment as set by the YMCA and other regulatory organizations.
• Maintains relationship with State of NJ Department of Children and Families Office of Licensing
• Assist in creating new programs and bringing new ideas to support program growth and development Responds to member and community inquires and complaints in a timely manner.
• Assist with the management of branch summer camp programs.
• Assist in fundraising by meeting annual campaign goals and organizing volunteers to lead the annual campaign community to include supporting fundraising activities and special events as necessary.
• Responsible for complying with all Greater Somerset County YMCA Policies and Procedures.
• Adheres and incorporates the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and educates members about the YMCA mission and goals.
• Responsible for promoting programs, including developing program information for YMCA website, programming guide, social media, etc.
• Actively participate in trainings, seminars, special events, and meetings as required. Perform all 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees