Health & Wellness Program Director - Monroe County YMCA

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings

Retirement fund of 12% per pay period

Discount on university tuition

Free YMCA household membership

Job summary

Gateway Region YMCA seeks a full-time manager to direct and supervise program activities, recruit and develop staff and volunteers, and expand YMCA programs in the community in line with strategic plans. The role includes budgeting, facility coordination, fundraising participation, and delivering excellent member service while modeling a healthy lifestyle and strong community relations.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to diverse groups are essential; the position offers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.
• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed; reviews staff performance; develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information; may organize and schedule program registrations; may review and process program scholarship applications.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions; responds to member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Staff management

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Location 9514 Caring Way,Columbia, IL, 62236,United States
• Base Pay $42,000.00 - $50,772.98 / Year
• Job Category Full Time
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Name Chris Mier
• Phone [phone]

Description

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
• May assist with Program Committee meetings.
• Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation
• Fulfill the mission, vision and values of the YMCA through excellent customer service, creative problem solving, decision-making and stewardship of YMCA resources.
• Fund-raise for YMCA programs, including World Service, United Way, Annual Campaign and related events.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, organized and creative.
• Able to instruct clients and members in a noncompetitive, non-intimidating manner.
• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational.
• A good physical example and role model for a fit and healthily lifestyle.
• Professional manner and appearance.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and kinesiology.
• Ability to maintain a steady growth in program services with high percentage of returning participants.
• Ability to oversee the administration of program services rendering purposeful and coordinated program.
• Good public relations, sound financial conditions, and good equipment management.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.
• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after 2 years of full time employment
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
• Free household membership to YMCA nationwide