Youth Achievement Director

TWO RIVERS YMCA•Moline, IL

4d•$41,719 - $44,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position is responsible for youth achievement and mentoring programs areas.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One to two years related experience preferred.
One year of supervisory experience preferred.
Current CPR, AED, First Aid, and Lifeguard Certifications, ARC preferred.
Valid Driver’s License and Car Insurance
Minimum age of 21.
Within 90 days of hire, completion of Bloodborne Pathogens and Harassment trainings.
YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Nice To Haves

ARC preferred for certifications.
YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures programs and services meet community needs to include supervising existing program activities, establishing new program activities, and expanding the program within the community as needed.
Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
Recruits and hires diverse staff and volunteer teams across multiple dimensions of diversity.
Onboards and develops them for success.
Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations and schools.
Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
Manages the program, including developing and monitoring the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compiling program statistics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program; securing and scheduling the needed facilities; and creating and scheduling the classes, activities or events.
Ensures program participants safety and wellbeing at all times, by meeting their individual education, developmental, protective and nurturing needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.