Executive Director

YMCA of Greater Louisville•Louisville, KY

9d•$97,000 - $106,000

About The Position

The YMCA of Greater Louisville is a cornerstone of community well-being, offering a diverse range of programs and services aimed at fostering healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility. In addition to 10 wellness facility locations, the Y offers childcare, youth sports, swim lessons, summer camps, Safe Place Services Shelter House and other youth and adult programming. Committed to inclusivity, the YMCA ensures that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Through its dedicated staff and volunteers, the YMCA of Greater Louisville continues to create a positive impact by promoting physical health, mental well-being, and a sense of community among its members. POSITION SUMMARY: The Executive Director of Safe Place Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all youth crisis and shelter programs within the YMCA of Greater Louisville. This role supervises the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed services for vulnerable youth while advancing the YMCA’s mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Additionally, this position ensures a seamless system of response, assessment, intervention, and referral for all clients with programs that aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential by reducing risk factors, navigating systems towards successful life transition, ensuring stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis and building competencies and social capital. Safe Place Services has a range of programs including Shelter House (a 24-hour Emergency Shelter for teens); the Y-NOW Mentoring program (11-14yr old youth); the Youth Development Drop-in Center (18-24yr old homeless youth); Street Outreach Services and local Project Safe Place.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred (social work, human services, nonprofit leadership, public administration, or related field)
7–10+ years of leadership experience in nonprofit, human services, or youth-serving organizations
Experience managing multi-program operations and teams
Background in youth services, shelter systems, or behavioral health
Experience with government contracts, grants, and compliance
Strong interpersonal skills and outstanding, effective communication skills
Ability to problem solve, take initiative and adhere to the purpose, mission and goals of the YMCA
YMCA leadership certification (or ability to obtain)

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight Direct all Safe Place Services programs (e.g., emergency youth shelter, outreach, transitional living, Youth Drop-In Center, YNOW
Ensure program quality, safety, and compliance with state and federal regulations
Lead quality assurance efforts and continuous program improvement
Ensure that program initiatives support the overall strategic priorities, program goals, key performance indicators, and strategic direction as established by the organization
Foster a mission-driven, trauma-informed, and youth-centered culture
Board & Volunteer Development Leads board development and recruitment, ensuring active and effective volunteer leadership
Provides staff leadership to volunteer boards, including preparation of reports, strategic discussions and program updates and outcomes and overall progress.
Partners with volunteer board leadership and committees to strengthen governance, community engagement and strategic alignment
Leads Board Members and volunteers in the Annual Campaign and other fundraising initiatives
Guides the board in identifying new and major donors in collaboration with the Financial Development team
Engages all YMCA volunteers and stakeholders in mission advancement
Staff & Organizational Leadership Hire, supervise, and develop leadership teams and program staff
Ensure that program initiatives support the overall strategic priorities, program goals, key performance indicators, and strategic direction as established by the organization
Directly supervise and support department leaders, providing regular coaching, performance feedback, and professional development.
Conducts regular team triage meetings and staff meetings to discuss matters pertaining to treatment issues, policies and procedures, case management, and staff relations.
Plans and/or facilitates relevant trainings for the development of staff skills and knowledge
Business Administration Develop and manage annual operating budgets
Ensure fiscal responsibility, reporting, and compliance
Prepare and update budget forecasts to operating budget as needed
Safeguard government contract record keeping and reporting are completed in a timely manner
Financial Development & Fundraising Lead fundraising efforts including pre- and post-award grant processes, campaigns, and donor engagement, with primary ownership of Safe Place Services revenue goals
Serve as the lead strategist and driver of Safe Place Services fundraising events, partnering with the Financial Development team on donor strategy, positioning, and execution
Actively build and deepen philanthropic relationships by engaging donors, prospects, and community partners in collaboration with the Financial Development team
Community Engagement & Partnerships Serve as the primary spokesperson for YMCA Safe Place Services
Builds and maintains partnerships with schools, court system, child welfare agencies, nonprofits and other potential partner agencies
Represent the YMCA in community coalitions and advocacy efforts
Strengthen visibility and impact of youth services across Jefferson and surrounding counties
Provides executive level advocacy and relationship building with local individuals and organizations and government entities at the local, state and federal level.
Operations & Compliance Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple program sites
Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation, and safety standards
Monitor outcomes, data reporting, and program effectiveness
Maintain crisis response readiness and youth safety protocols
Develops, updates, and implements policies and procedures to meet contract requirements and of the agency, including personnel, treatment services, and records.
Conducts quality assurance (QA) activities so that all services are delivered and documented per local, state and federal contracts
Supports in the preparation of county or state audits and responds to corrective action post audit.
Partners with leaders in other YMCA programs and divisions to build community across the Y and to ensure participants are receiving relevant and effective services.