Director, Youth Programs & Community Impact

Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center; Oceanside (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center in Oceanside, NY is seeking a Director of Youth Services to oversee programs supporting youth. The role involves supervising staff, program development, and maintaining strong community relationships to promote well-being.

Reporting to senior management, you will manage licensing compliance with NYS OCFS and DOH, coordinate summer camps and holiday programs, and lead family engagement while stewarding department budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in camping, recreation, or education.
• Minimum of one year supervising staff.
• Experience with NYS OCFS and DOH regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise licensed before- and after-school programs and support site directors.
• Manage administrative duties for NYS OCFS-licensed programs ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Assist with summer camps and ACA accreditation standards.
• Serve as Co-Director for Holiday Programs overseeing planning and on-site leadership.
• Engage families with tours, orientations, surveys to promote growth.
• Collaborate with registrars to schedule staff and distribute materials.
• Support teen programming and holiday events.
• Lead staff recruitment, interviewing, and professional development.
• Prepare and monitor department budgets and manage inventory.
• Assist the Program Director with operational tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Administrative Skills

Communication

Regulatory Knowledge

Experience in community programs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center in Oceanside, NY is seeking a Director of Youth Services to oversee programs supporting youth. The role involves supervising staff, program development, and maintaining strong community relationships to promote well-being.

Reporting to senior management, you will manage licensing compliance with NYS OCFS and DOH, coordinate summer camps and holiday programs, and lead family engagement while stewarding department budgets.