Director of Day Camp & Teen Services at The Granite YMCA

Goffstown, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Youth Programs Management, Camp Management, Staff Recruitment, Budget Management, Community Engagement, Professional Development, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Mini Bus Driving Credentials

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Description The Granite YMCA is seeking a dynamic Director of Day Camp & Teen Programs to oversee our Day Camp, Teen Center, and Kid Zone initiatives. This full-time youth program leadership role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the community by creating engaging, safe, and enriching experiences for youth and teens. As Director, you will lead, manage, and grow a variety of youth-focused programs, including: Summer Day Camp: Manage the on-site summer day camp program for youth, specialty camps and trip camps Teen Programs: Oversee the Teens Coordinator to manage programs such as the Middle School Aftercare, Leaders Club, Teen Nights, quarterly Teen Trips, and support Youth & Government conferences Kid Zone: Oversee the Kid Zone Coordinator to manage daily operations and activities of the Y’s drop-in center and plan monthly Kids Night Out events You will also: Recruit, train, and supervise staff while managing schedules and program quality Develop and maintain budgets, monitor enrollment, and track key performance data Build and maintain relationships with families and community organizations Provide professional development opportunities for team members Attend local and regional conferences to stay current in youth services best practices Qualifications: A degree in Education, Recreation, or a related field (preferred), or equivalent professional experience At least 3 years of leadership experience in camp management, education, or youth programs Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills Experience working with youth and teens in educational or recreational settings CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) Ability to obtain Mini Bus Driving Credentials Schedule: Salaried exempt full-time: Monday – Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends required Apply now to be part of an organization that believes in strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This is a full-time position with an extensive benefit package that includes: Generous paid vacation time (4 weeks paid time off & 6 holidays that accrues with tenure) 50% discount on child care and camp services After qualifying, 8% employer contribution to retirement fund Paid training and professional development opportunities Tuition discounts to some NH and online schools Medical, dental and vision insurance Free Family YMCA Membership and discounts on Y programs

Responsibilities

The Director will oversee the Day Camp, Teen Center, and Kid Zone initiatives, managing various youth-focused programs and ensuring their quality and safety. Responsibilities include recruiting and training staff, developing budgets, and building relationships with families and community organizations.