Director - Child Development Center at YMCA of Columbia Willamette

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Child Development, Program Management, Staff Supervision, Budget Management, Communication, Record Keeping, Emergency Procedures, Observation, Assessment, Licensing Standards, Community Engagement, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Food Handlers Certification, Team Leadership, Positive Relationships

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Do you want rewarding work focused on providing a fun, safe, and positive social-emotional experience for children? Work alongside other passionate individuals to support and enrich the lives of our youth. The YMCA is looking for fun, hard working, individuals looking to make an impact in our community. This position will provide care for children at our Child Development Center ("Wee Care") located on the campus of Providence Portland hospital. Benefits: Comprehensive Medical Plans: Medical, dental, and vision for full-time staff Holiday Pay: 9 paid holidays for full-time staff Vacation Pay: 10 days for full-time staff, increasing after two years of work Sick Pay: 1.5 hours for every 40 hours worked Tuition Reimbursement Childcare and Program Discounts Free Household Membership to a YMCA Fitness Facility Retirement Plan: 9% employer contribution after one year (must work 1,000 hours in each year). Flexible Scheduling Career Path: Promotion to management positions from within the organization Job Responsibilities: The Director is responsible for hiring and supervising program staff, maintaining all licensing standards, managing aspects of a budget including ordering required supplies, and communicating with parents and community partners to foster positive relationships within our community. Additionally, the Director is responsible for ensuring all record keeping and administrative tasks are completed accurately in a timely manner, participating in observation and assessment of children as needed, updating and implementing emergency procedures, and managing daily operation of the center. Requirements Pass a YMCA Background Check Meet all Director standards as dictated by Oregon's Department of Early Learning and Care including one of the following two qualifications: 1) Step 9 in the Oregon Registry OR 2) knowledge of management and supervision of adults evidenced by 7 college level credit hours, at least 70 training hours in program management, OR 600 hours of experience where there was an opportunity to participate in financial management, policy development, record keeping, and staff management AND knowledge of child development evidenced by 7 college level credit hours, at least 70 training hours in specific child development categories, OR 600 hours of qualifying teaching experience with preschool age children. Current enrollment in the Oregon State Childcare Registry or ability to enroll prior to employment. Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days. Current Food Handlers certification or ability to obtain within 30 days. At least 21 years of age

Responsibilities

The Director is responsible for hiring and supervising program staff, maintaining licensing standards, and managing the budget. They also communicate with parents and community partners to foster positive relationships and ensure accurate record keeping.