Youth Development Director
YMCA of Greater Montgomery, Wetumpka, AL, United States
YMCA of Greater Montgomery – Job Description
Position Summary: 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. The Youth Development Director at the Wetumpka YMCA oversees the development and operations of the year‑round child care programs (afterschool, day camp, and childwatch) ensuring the programs meet intended goals.
Our Culture Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions
Manage the school‑age child care programs, including developing and monitoring the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compiling program statistics to monitor and evaluate effectiveness and participation; securing, scheduling, and maintaining necessary facilities; creating and scheduling activities or events; and maintaining program records or files.
Ensure programs and services meet community needs by supervising existing activities, establishing new activities, and expanding the program within the community as needed. Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information.
Assure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as they relate to program areas, including ADA accommodations where appropriate; ensure YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed.
Review program plans and records to ensure consistency with evidence‑based best practices.
Recruit and hire diverse staff and volunteer teams; onboard and develop them for success; conduct First Aid, CPR, and other necessary trainings; ensure staff certifications are current; maintain staff schedules and evaluate staff performance.
Model relationship‑building skills in all interactions; develop and maintain collaborative relationships with staff, parents and caregivers, and community organizations (e.g., state child care licensing agency, school administration) to maximize program impact and drive overall outcomes; maintain regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
Organize or participate in Y activities, such as committees, family events, special events, and fundraising.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Leadership Competencies
Collaboration
Program/Project Management
Communication & Influence
Developing Self & Others
Engaging Community
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
One to two years related experience (e.g., supervisor or coordinator of child care programs) preferred.
Minimum age of 21.
Within 30 days of hire, completion of Child Abuse Prevention, Working with Program Volunteers, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens training; Class B CDL with passenger endorsement.
Fulfillment of state‑specific hiring standards and completion of YMCA program‑specific training including aquatics training and trainer certifications.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities.
Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
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Our Culture Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions
Manage the school‑age child care programs, including developing and monitoring the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compiling program statistics to monitor and evaluate effectiveness and participation; securing, scheduling, and maintaining necessary facilities; creating and scheduling activities or events; and maintaining program records or files.
Ensure programs and services meet community needs by supervising existing activities, establishing new activities, and expanding the program within the community as needed. Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information.
Assure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as they relate to program areas, including ADA accommodations where appropriate; ensure YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed.
Review program plans and records to ensure consistency with evidence‑based best practices.
Recruit and hire diverse staff and volunteer teams; onboard and develop them for success; conduct First Aid, CPR, and other necessary trainings; ensure staff certifications are current; maintain staff schedules and evaluate staff performance.
Model relationship‑building skills in all interactions; develop and maintain collaborative relationships with staff, parents and caregivers, and community organizations (e.g., state child care licensing agency, school administration) to maximize program impact and drive overall outcomes; maintain regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
Organize or participate in Y activities, such as committees, family events, special events, and fundraising.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Leadership Competencies
Collaboration
Program/Project Management
Communication & Influence
Developing Self & Others
Engaging Community
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
One to two years related experience (e.g., supervisor or coordinator of child care programs) preferred.
Minimum age of 21.
Within 30 days of hire, completion of Child Abuse Prevention, Working with Program Volunteers, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens training; Class B CDL with passenger endorsement.
Fulfillment of state‑specific hiring standards and completion of YMCA program‑specific training including aquatics training and trainer certifications.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities.
Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
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