After-School Programs Director: Lead & Grow Youth Services

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family membership

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Plenty PTO

Babysitting (up to 4 hours per day)

Program discounts

12% employer contribution to the 401K/

403B retirement savings plan upon hire

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education reimbursement

Career development and paid training

Unlimited referral bonus beginning at

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Brandywine in Kennett Square, PA is seeking an entry-level program manager to oversee multiple areas such as health, aquatics, teens, and childcare. You will recruit, train and supervise staff and volunteers, contribute to curriculum development and budget input, and ensure compliance with Association standards.

This role emphasizes leadership, program delivery excellence, community engagement, and collaboration with branch teams to expand membership and services.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• DHS and Keystone STARS experience.
• Two years of related work experience preferred.
• Experience directing programs through supervision of volunteers and staff.
• Previous experience with diverse populations.
• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
• Must be fluent in spoken and written English.
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Delivers specific program area(s) to promote program and/or membership growth for the YMCA.
• Executes strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.
• Provides input towards the development of program and/or branch budgets as requested by management.
• Hires, trains, and supervises hourly staff and volunteers in assigned area.
• Manages payroll for program team.
• Facilitates communication and provides leadership to assigned part time staff.
• Aids in the branch community campaign as needed.
• Assures compliance with state and local regulations.
• Ensures that program and Association standards are met, and safety procedures are followed.
• Ensures execution of high-quality programs through innovative program delivery.
• Coordinates special events and activities as required for the program.
• Provides data, rosters, schedules, and reports as required for assigned programs.
• Interfaces with and resolves member concerns to further member engagement.
• Establishes and maintain4s collaborations with community organizations
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent in English

Program leadership

Volunteer management

Diversity experience

YMCA Team Leader certification

Education

Four-year college degree or equivalent experience

Job description

YMCA of Greater Brandywine in Kennett Square, PA is seeking an entry-level program manager to oversee multiple areas such as health, aquatics, teens, and childcare. You will recruit, train and supervise staff and volunteers, contribute to curriculum development and budget input, and ensure compliance with Association standards.

This role emphasizes leadership, program delivery excellence, community engagement, and collaboration with branch teams to expand membership and services.