Hiring Event- 11/11/2025 @Maples United Church - "Site Directors " Desoto C at YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South

Olive Branch, Mississippi, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Coordination, Child Development, Staff Supervision, Safety Regulations, Behavior Management, Communication, Relationship Building, Emergency Response, Attendance Monitoring, Training Attendance, Activity Planning, Quality Assurance, Team Leadership, Record Keeping, Community Engagement, Problem Solving

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Description POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Directs part-time all aspects of the Before/After School Program at a school site. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Primary – Program: 1.Plan and coordinate daily activities, including CATCH, STEM and Reading programs. 2. Maintain a safe, nurturing environment, ensuring a high level of program quality. 3. Ensure all program areas and equipment are kept clean and safe. 4. Encourage respect for personal property, program equipment and school facilities. 5. Monitor sign in/sign out procedures for accuracy; maintain daily attendance records. 6. Enforce appropriate safety regulations/emergency procedures. 7. Comply/enforce all Tennessee Department of Human Services licensing requirements. 8. Attend all required staff trainings and weekly site director meetings. 9. Assume other duties identified as program changes/evolves to meet the needs of the families served. 10. Accurately report work time via approved YMCA Clocking Method: branch kiosk, YMCA site phone, YMCA iPad or time sheet. Children/Parents/School Administration: 1. Establish positive relationships with all program participants and their families and with school administration. 2. Provide positive role models to children and staff within the philosophy of YMCA standards and expectations. 3. Observe children’s behavior, assess its appropriateness and apply appropriate behavior management techniques when needed. Supervisory: 1. Supervise Group Leaders, providing leadership and guidance. 2. Conduct bi-weekly site staff meetings. 3. Assist program director with annual site staff evaluations. 4. Maintain current staff files/records in compliance with DHS standards. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must be 21 years of age and pass pre-employment background checks/drug screening. 2. Four years of college with 2 years of experience administering a child care/educational program, which includes staff supervisory experience OR 3. Two years of college with 30 hours in business or management, child or youth development, or related field and 2 years experience administering a child care/educational program, which includes staff supervisory experience OR 4. High school diploma with 4 years experience administering a child care/educational program and 30 hours of TECTA administrator or Child Development Associate (CDA); staff supervisory experience. 5. Current CPR/AED, First Aid and Child Abuse Training or obtain with 30 days of hire date. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 1. Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time. 2. Must be able to lift/carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds. 3. Ability to lift/assist a small to average child. 4. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking. 5. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate. 6. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Responsibilities

The Site Director will plan and coordinate daily activities for the Before/After School Program, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. They will supervise staff, maintain program quality, and establish positive relationships with children, parents, and school administration.