Childcare Director

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; Berwyn (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family YMCA membership, including

Medical, dental, and vision insurance,

Babysitting while you work (up to 4 h)

Generous program discounts on child[0

12% employer contribution to退休 savings

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education reimbursement,tuо

Career development and paid training

Unlimited referral bonus beginning at

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Brandywine in Berwyn, PA is seeking a full-time program leader to develop and manage operating plans, drive membership and program growth, and lead staff and volunteers. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, budget oversight, and strong community partnerships.

You will oversee hiring and training, coordinate events, and ensure high-quality programs, with opportunities for professional growth and impact within the branch and wider association.

Qualifications

• Four‑year college degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of two years of work experience
• 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

• Develops, implements, and manages operating plans and delivery 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.
• Assists in developing and controlling department budgets related to the position as requested by management.
• Hires, Trains, Onboards and supervises part‑time and full‑time hourly staff and volunteers in assigned areas.
• Facilitates communication and provides leadership to staff.
• Assures compliance with state and local regulations.
• Ensures that program and Association standards are met, and safety procedures are followed.
• Ensures implementation of high‑quality programs through innovative program development, evaluations and ongoing training of staff.
• Coordinates special events and activities.
• Interfaces with and resolves member concerns to further member engagement.
• Provides data, rosters, schedules, and reports as required for assigned programs.
• Establishes and maintains collaborations with community organizations
• Play key role in branch Annual Campaign
• Manage payroll for assigned department
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

English fluency

Diversity experience

Education

Four-year college degree or equivalent

Tools

YMCA Team Leader certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Upper Main Line YMCA - Berwyn , PA 19312Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $51,797.70 - $67,337.01 SalaryTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Program/Youth Sports/AdultEmbark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What You’ll Do

• Develops, implements, and manages operating plans and delivery 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.
• Assists in developing and controlling department budgets related to the position as requested by management.
• Hires, Trains, Onboards and supervises part‑time and full‑time hourly staff and volunteers in assigned areas.
• Facilitates communication and provides leadership to staff.
• Assures compliance with state and local regulations.
• Ensures that program and Association standards are met, and safety procedures are followed.
• Ensures implementation of high‑quality programs through innovative program development, evaluations and ongoing training of staff.
• Coordinates special events and activities.
• Interfaces with and resolves member concerns to further member engagement.
• Provides data, rosters, schedules, and reports as required for assigned programs.
• Establishes and maintains collaborations with community organizations
• Play key role in branch Annual Campaign
• Manage payroll for assigned department
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Four‑year college degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of two years of work experience
• 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

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Why You Need To Apply

Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!