Assistant Director, Youth Programs — Flexible Schedule

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director to support the Program Director with hiring and training staff, and to supervise and motivate team members.

The role focuses on delivering client services, managing weekly performance, and ensuring compliance with agency and referring authority requirements. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a background in youth services, budgets, and personnel management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree generally preferred; commensurate experience acceptable.
• At least one year of experience in managing personnel and budgets.
• Experience with at risk youth, probation, court liaison, etc. a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems is a plus.
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform intakes, coordinate participant staffing to manage the delivery of client service hours while ensuring compliance with YAP and referring authorities.
• Motivate and supervise staff, and communicate weekly performance to the Program Director.
• Direct service and coverage to support staff and families, including after-hours availability as needed.
• Collaborate with partners to understand applicable child welfare, mental health, and juvenile justice considerations.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Personnel management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director to support the Program Director with hiring and training staff, and to supervise and motivate team members.

The role focuses on delivering client services, managing weekly performance, and ensuring compliance with agency and referring authority requirements. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a background in youth services, budgets, and personnel management.