A Youth Development Program Management Director - Citrus School Age Programs

YMCA of the Suncoast•Black Diamond, FL

2d•$48,500 - $50,000

About The Position

The Youth Development Program Management Director supports the general administration of before- and after-school School Age Programs at selected school sites. The role leads training and orientation for regional School Age Program staff and oversees day-to-day program operations, including child safety, staff supervision, budgeting and expense control, income generation, program development and quality control, community relations, collaboration, long-range planning, and facility maintenance. The Director also provides leadership to help achieve Association goals in accordance with Board-established policies, procedures, and standards. The role directs assigned School Age Program sites and ensures programs and activities are varied, safe, engaging, and age appropriate. It supports staff and volunteer development, maintains accurate child, employee, and volunteer records, handles emergency incidents and related documentation, and promotes program growth and member retention. The Director prepares and administers site budgets, monitors revenue and expenses, reports financial variances and fee balances, represents the YMCA in the community, and participates in fundraising and mission-advancement activities. The position is a Team Leader and reports to the Executive Director or Operations Director of School Age Programs. It supervises the Youth Development Director and volunteers. The stated salary range is $48,500–$50,000 annually. The employer participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
At least two years of childcare experience and supervisory or leadership experience required.
Must have a Florida FCCPC and Florida Credential, or be willing to enroll within 90 days of employment and complete them within one year of enrollment.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification required within 90 days of employment.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must be able to operate standard office and computer equipment.
Must be able to relate to diverse groups from all socioeconomic segments of the community.
Must be capable of working under pressure and organizing and planning efficiently.
Must be mentally alert, able to process and follow directions, and remain friendly and professional.
Must be able to observe and communicate with children, parents, staff, and volunteers.
Must meet YMCA of the Suncoast driving criteria.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in various forms.
May need to sit for extended periods and must be able to concentrate for extended periods while paying attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in a related field preferred.
YMCA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct and administer assigned School Age Program sites, including implementing policies, developing procedures, staffing, and evaluating program effectiveness.
Provide a wide variety of programs and activities that make effective use of the site and support the YMCA’s cause and program participants.
Maintain a nurturing and safe environment, report suspicious activity that could indicate child abuse or code-of-conduct violations, and maintain facilities, grounds, equipment, and supplies.
Promote and monitor membership and program growth, including membership cultivation and retention.
Ensure activities are safe, engaging, and age appropriate.
Review and maintain accurate records and data for children, employees, and volunteers.
Handle emergency incidents in YMCA programs using sound judgment and submit required documentation.
Recruit, hire, supervise, and develop department staff and volunteers using Leadership Competency Model resources.
Lead or participate in branch-related committees and support Y Community Champions efforts.
Assist with training staff on YMCA programs, services, and customer service.
Prepare annual site budgets for approval by the Executive Director; recommend adjustments; administer budgets; control expenses; and support revenue production.
Provide monthly budget variance reports to the Executive Director.
Manage weekly fee collection and report weekly balances to the Executive Director.
Represent and promote the YMCA in the local community and build positive relationships with organizations, businesses, and government entities.
Communicate YMCA objectives and programs through public communication media and participate in community committees.
Use storytelling to advance the YMCA mission and cause; participate in Annual Campaign efforts; identify and recruit campaign volunteers; and lead or participate in branch fundraising or mission-advancement events.
Support School Age Program management and branch and association objectives; teach, role-model, and promote SMART behavior.
Build positive relationships with children, parents, volunteers, and school personnel, including holding regular meetings with principals to obtain feedback.
Support GPS initiatives by participating on a Commitment Team and advance work in Youth Development, Healthy Living, Volunteerism, and Philanthropy.
Incorporate Living Our Cause into work products and behavior.