Child Care Director | Livingston County YMCA Programs

Glow YMCA • Batavia, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading national nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living & social responsibility. The Child Care Director will provide direct oversight and development for all Livingston County Youth Development Programs; including, but not limited to: Before and After School Enrichment(BASE) child care, Summer Day Camp, and Recreation programming. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented, a strong team-builder, who has a passion for serving others and comes with the experience to administer programming throughout the region. The Director is a visionary who sees the incredible potential in every child, and is passionate about making a direct impact in the lives of children, and families through a combination of growing existing programs, while developing new & creative programming.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited college or university.
• 18 credits in child development/education/or recreation.
• NYS Children's Program Administrator credential OR School Age Child Care Credential and Associates degree.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license.
• 1-2 years of related experience as a Supervisor of Child Care Programs.
• Must assume responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of work; goal oriented.
• Willingness to work non-traditional schedules as needed to meet deadlines.
• Able to multi-task, to take direction and work well with others.
• Excellent organizational & planning skills required.
• Computer aptitude and/or proficiency.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to manage conflict and resolve issues in a respectful and calm manner.
• Experience in, or ability to relate to diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or become certified within 30 days of hire.
• Required to complete the following online trainings upon hire: Y-USA Before & After School Program, Child Abuse Prevention, Sexual Harassment, New Employee Orientation.
• OCFS Health & Safety Director Training within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• A focus on education, child development, or related fields is preferred.
• Previous YMCA or non-profit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight and development for all Livingston County Youth Development Programs, including Before and After School Enrichment (BASE) child care, Summer Day Camp, and Recreation programming.
• Develop relationships with state regulatory officials, school administration, staff and faculty, families, part-time staff, and program participants.
• Ensure proper delivery and development of daily curriculum.
• Monitor, evaluate, and improve program delivery through regular site visits.
• Hire, deploy, train, and develop staff.
• Establish collaborative community partnerships.
• Market and promote assigned Y programs.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to accomplish collective goals.
• Oversee daily program operations, ensuring staff adhere to and exceed all state, local, and Y health and safety regulations.
• Assure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to program areas, including OCFS, DSS, NYS Health Dept., and ADA accommodations.
• Ensure YMCA program standards and safety procedures are met.
• Manage, direct, and coordinate the Before and After School Enrichment (BASE) child care programs (6), Summer Day Camp - Adventure and Young Explorer Camp programs, and Batavia Summer Recreation programs (4).
• Ensure high-quality programs and establish new program activities.
• Expand programs within the community in accordance with branch strategic and operating plans.
• Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, mentor, and direct staff.
• Review and evaluate staff performance.
• Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals (staff team size: 30-45 part-time employees).
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance employee development and staff retention; monitor and approve weekly schedules and payroll.
• Complete required annual OCFS training requirements (15 hours of annual training).
• Travel (in Livingston County) to local child care sites for inspections, supply delivery, supervision, training, and oversight.
• Develop, implement, and promote new programs.
• Expand and enhance current programs to support engagement and retention in accordance with strategic plans for assigned locations.
• Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information pertaining to all assigned program areas; support social media efforts to promote assigned programs.
• Successfully train staff in the use of coaching and guidance techniques.
• Seek, administer, track, and report on grant funding.
• Assist in YMCA fundraising activities, special events, marketing, and distribution of program information where applicable.
• Demonstrate effective listening and compassion toward people in all interactions with the purpose of delivering the mission of the YMCA.
• Develop and maintain relationships with state child care licensing agency, school administration, family groups, and other organizations related to assigned programs.
• Respond to all agency, family, and community inquiries and complaints.
• Order supplies and snacks as needed to support curriculum, staff, and HEPA needs.
• Lead childcare and rec registration process & maintain proper records/department files.
• Compile program statistics, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in programs, and perform regular audits of program sites.
• Develop, manage, and control all budgets related to the position.
• Ensure programs operate within budget and that program fees are collected.
• Responsible for billing Department of Social Services monthly.
• Risk Management: Train staff teams on how to handle emergencies at all assigned locations, including use of first aid kits, completing accident reports, and following the association emergency action plan.
• Perform 'hands-on work'; regularly visit programs and actively engage with program participants.
• Serve as a substitute when child care staff are unable to report or in the event of staff vacancies.
• Attend branch and Association required trainings and meetings.
• Serve as an active member of the branch leadership team.
• Perform other duties as needed to support branch operations as deemed necessary.

Benefits

• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity for voluntary participation in 403B Retirement Account
• Retirement plan funded 6% employer contribution and participating employees contribute 3% of their wages
• Flexible work schedule
• Cell Phone reimbursement
• Laptop provided for work use
• Career Development and Training opportunities
• Free YMCA membership
• Many free & discounted programs
• Required Certification Reimbursement
• Employee Emergency Assistance Program
• Expense and mileage reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager