Senior Program Director Teen Programming

YMCA Central Maryland•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

As a Y Senior Program Director of Teen Programming, you will be responsible for leading the Y in Central Maryland operations of key teen programs including Youth & Government, Leaders Club, and Y Achievers as well as supporting other Y Center and school-based youth development programs. You will oversee of all physical areas in multiple facilities at the time programs are in session as well as guide associates and volunteers. You will collaborate with Y Family Centers and community partners to ensure successful communication, program planning, implementation and support of program growth. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety of all participants. You will use your creativity to create or enhance teen programming and continuously evaluate program effectiveness. You will utilize your skills in hiring, staffing, scheduling, quality execution, budget management, relationship management and fundraising. As a Y Senior Program Director of Teen Programming, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the broader community through offering positive youth development opportunities that foster belonging/relationship building, character, achievement, and wellness that result in narrowing the opportunity gap and helping every child and youth succeed in school and in life.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in managing youth development programs.
Prior experience developing and implementing programs in a multi-site, off-site environment.
Prior experience working with both child and adult populations.
Prior experience in partnership development, relationship building, fiscal management, member service, marketing, and staff/volunteer supervision.

Nice To Haves

YMCA experience preferred.
An interest in the well-being of teen youth.
Enthusiasm, patience, good humor, good judgment, and a good spirit.
The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to teen youth, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates.

Responsibilities

Lead operations of key teen programs including Youth & Government, Leaders Club, and Y Achievers.
Support other Y Center and school-based youth development programs.
Oversee physical areas in multiple facilities during program sessions.
Guide associates and volunteers.
Collaborate with Y Family Centers and community partners for communication, program planning, implementation, and growth support.
Ensure the safety of all participants.
Create or enhance teen programming and evaluate program effectiveness.
Utilize skills in hiring, staffing, scheduling, quality execution, budget management, relationship management, and fundraising.
Offer positive youth development opportunities that foster belonging, character, achievement, and wellness.
Contribute to narrowing the opportunity gap and helping every child and youth succeed.