Youth & Family Director, Earlywine Park YMCA at YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

42966.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Management Skills, Teamwork, Communication Skills, Human Resources, Professional Style, Leadership, Program Development, Budget Management, Staff Training, Safety Standards, Community Engagement, Marketing, Emotional Control, Interpersonal Skills, Detail Orientation, Problem Solving

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description The Youth and Family Director oversees the overall management and operation of youth and family programs, including but not limited to Child Watch, Before & After School Care, and Summer Day Camp. This position has responsibility for budget development and control, recruitment and training of staff and volunteers, programming, equipment maintenance, quality checks, enforcing safety standards and other policies and procedures, ensuring high standards of program quality as well as member and participant retention rate. This is a Full-Time, Salaried Exempt position. *Starting salary is $42,966 per year Duties and Responsibilities: The incumbent must have the competencies, skills and proven leadership ability to successfully carry out the association's mission, goals, and visions for serving the community. Other important competencies of the Youth & Family Director include the following: Management Skills Prepares and administers budgets for the department, and meeting the budgeted net by year-end. Develops and implements marketing for the areas of responsibility that will positively impact the attendance and registration. Assembles a schedule of year-round child care and youth leadership programs. Aligns program operations to meet all legal and regulatory requirements in support of the success of the YMCA and department. Prepares and implements marketing plans for all areas of responsibilities to ensure growth each year. Submits information for program brochures in accordance with the published schedule. Is available to work evenings and weekends as called upon or as schedule dictates due to seasonal programming needs. Assists with the implementation of special events as needed for their success as a member of the YMCA program staff. Maintains and inventories all supplies, including T-shirts, for the Youth & Family operations. Secures and monitors all needed transportation for field trip activities. Other duties as assigned and determined necessary. Job duties could change depending on changes in the business. Teamwork Works cooperatively with other department heads, volunteers, committees and departments. Serves on and recruit key staff from the department for various AD-Hoc committees needed for the overall success of the YMCA. Attends and participate in all staff meetings and trainings and encourage other staff to do as well. Communication Skills Provides quality ongoing training for staff and volunteers that will enhance their capabilities and be applicable to their work on a daily basis. Shares the YMCA story and programs when requested to various groups in the community. Human Resources Recruits, supervises, and trains quality, sufficient staff to implement programs for the wellness department. Cultivates the development of the staff for growth and success. Provides direct hands on training for coaches. Professional Style Able to maintain emotional control and composure in turbulent challenging and changing conditions. Pays attention to detail, completeness and consistency when performing job function. Able to instill confidence through dependability, meeting deadlines, promptness, and regularity of attendance. Leadership Influences staff and members by performing job functions in a positive, enthusiastic manner. Demonstrates commitment to the Association's Strategic Plan and initiatives. Incorporates and trains staff in our character development values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty into all program areas. Attainment of Association Goals Engages in active and healthy lifestyle to promote personal wellbeing and exemplifies all characteristics of active living. Supports diverse and inclusive work environment and is a community advocate for the YMCA Requirements Education & Certifications: Bachelor's degree or minimum of four years successful experience in a supervisory position preferred. Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR effectively. Must be certified in PR/CPR, AED, O2, and First Aid. Ability to handle complaining or demanding individuals without internalizing or personalizing comments made. CPR for the professional must be current. Must be willing to obtain YMCA certifications. Skills and Ability Requirements: Ability to work with community members of all ages - adults, children/youth, and volunteers. Must be creative and demonstrate initiative in program development. Must be able to project enthusiasm to staff and program participants. Proven ability to lead staff and volunteers. Ability to work under occasional stressful conditions and to work irregular hours. Ability to work independently. Strong communication, interpersonal, and supervisory skills. Excellent verbal and written communication. Proven team player. Ability to interpret, adopt, and apply guidelines/procedures.

Responsibilities

The Youth and Family Director oversees the management and operation of youth and family programs, ensuring high standards of quality and safety. Responsibilities include budget development, staff recruitment and training, and program implementation.