Afterschool Program Director: Lead, Impact & Inclusion

YMCA of the USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The Castle Hill YMCA is seeking a Program Director to lead our Afterschool initiative under the Youth & Family umbrella. You will serve as the strategic and operational leader for a holistic youth development program, guiding staff and ensuring high-quality, inclusive experiences for children.

Under the supervision of the Youth & Family Director, you will design engaging programming, monitor budgets, and collaborate with schools and community partners to maximize impact and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Must have one of the following: Associate’s Degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or related field; New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential; School-Age Child Care Credential; or two years of college with 18 credits in related field.
• Minimum of two years of direct experience working with children under age 13.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience in a childcare program or related field.
• Current Pediatrics CPR or First Aid certification preferred.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Direct programs serving the designated grade level band (K-5 or 6-8) to ensure activities are age-appropriate and meet DYCD requirements.
• Ensure programs are integrated into the community and meet diverse needs.
• Develop strategies to recruit and retain participants with high attendance and engagement.
• Develop and use quantitative measures, quality monitoring tools, and external evaluations to demonstrate effectiveness.
• Analyze data to identify trends, measure outcomes, and implement improvements.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local community partners, funders, and evaluators to enhance program services.
• Lead staff in implementing comprehensive mental wellness support for participants and families.
• Coordinate a crisis plan with school social workers and mental health providers.
• Oversee selection of SEL curricula (COMPASS/SONYC) and define target competencies.
• Manage program budget, order supplies, and track expenses.
• Recruit and retain a diverse, capable staff team to deliver COMPASS program with excellence.
• Cultivate relationships with host school administration and staff.
• Coordinate activity schedules with the host school's academic goals.
• Maintain program documentation per OCFS, DOH, DYCD, and YMCA standards.
• Communicate YMCA core values to participants and caregivers.
• Maintain relationships with parents/guardians and caregivers.
• Participate in training sessions, meetings, and events; adhere to all standards and regulations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Program Design

Budgeting

Data & Evaluation

Mental Wellness

Stakeholder Collaboration

Staff Training

Education

Associate's Degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or related field

New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential

School-Age Child Care Credential

Two years of college with 18 credits in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Castle Hill YMCA is seeking a Program Director to lead our Afterschool initiative under the Youth & Family umbrella. You will serve as the strategic and operational leader for a holistic youth development program, guiding staff and ensuring high-quality, inclusive experiences for children.

Under the supervision of the Youth & Family Director, you will design engaging programming, monitor budgets, and collaborate with schools and community partners to maximize impact and sustainability.