Program Director (Beacon)

UNITED ACTIVITIES UNLIMITED•New York, NY

1d•$70,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a community-based agency in Staten Island, NY, that provides job placement, youth development, community outreach, and other services. The Program Director leads the DYCD Beacon after-school program, ensuring its activities align with UAU’s mission and contractual obligations. The role oversees program staff, operations, services, budgets, records, safety, and compliance, and builds collaborative relationships with participants, parents, school staff, stakeholders, and the community. The position is full-time and in person in Staten Island, with a minimum schedule of 40 hours per week. Flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field; alternatively, successfully complete the required New York State School-Age Care (SAC) Credentials within 18 months of starting the position.
At least 2 years of direct experience working with children under 13 years of age.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a childcare program or related field.
Obtain and maintain all required security clearances throughout employment.
Commitment to working from a strength-based perspective.
Cultural competence and ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures.
Familiarity with DYCD and New York State Department of Health regulations and requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local compliance requirements.
Ability to demonstrate strong employee rapport and community leadership.
Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Windows, Microsoft Suite, and Google Apps (Drive, Sheets, Docs).
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to conduct and complete work independently.
Initiative and flexibility when needed.
Ability to work collaboratively to achieve targets and outcomes.
Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends for events, trainings, emergencies, or compliance visits.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including periods of standing, walking, sitting, and remaining stationary; communicate and exchange accurate information; and observe details at close range. Reasonable accommodations are available.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver the overall program and its activities in accordance with the organization’s mission and DYCD contractual obligations.
Oversee program staff, operations, services, schedules, site rules, discipline, space requirements, and implementation of program processes.
Organize or participate in meetings, workshops, seminars, staff training, and parent meetings.
Develop initiatives that support the organization’s strategic direction and establish short- and long-term program goals and objectives.
Monitor the annual budget and operational plan.
Develop a program evaluation framework to assess strengths and identify areas for improvement.
Ensure program activities follow organizational and funder policies and procedures and comply with applicable legislation and professional standards.
Develop forms and records to document program activities; oversee collection and confidential maintenance of client records for statistical purposes.
Address and resolve employee issues with HR as needed, including discipline, performance, schedules, and appraisals.
Ensure department workflow is efficient and effective, supervise staff retraining as needed, and ensure policies and procedures meet legal requirements.
Maintain confidential program personnel files and establish and implement staff performance management processes.
Create and oversee staff schedules, assignments, and timesheets.
Build collaborative relationships with neighboring school staff, administrators, and community members.
Maintain open communication with parents, school administration, and the organization.
Abide by and enforce safety protocols established by the Department of Health, OCFS, FDNY, DYCD, and UAU.
Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.