Healthy Living Programs Director

YMCA of the USA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Houston seeks an experienced Program Director for the Weekley Family YMCA to lead high quality programs focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. You will develop and manage Healthy Living initiatives and ensure compliance with YMCA standards while building partnerships with community organizations.

The role requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent), 2–3 years non-profit programming experience, and ability to supervise staff, coordinate budgets,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent.
• Two to three years related programming experience in a non-profit environment preferred.
• Minimum age requirements of 21 years old.
• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) with children and adults.
• Desire to work with children and families and the ability to relate to them in a positive, patient, sensitive and non-judgmental manner.
• Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include completion of Compliance and safety training, CPR, First Aid and AED certifications.
• Certification in Group Exercise and/or Personal Training.

Responsibilities

• Offers high quality programs through innovative program development.
• Ensures programs comply with YMCA of Greater Houston standards and operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.
• 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.
• Ensures all direct staff have completed necessary certifications to be in compliance.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations.
• Works closely with supervisor to plan and execute social media plan for the center.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives. Monitors program registration and accounts receivable.
• Purchases and maintains program supplies.
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities.
• Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs, including administering program evaluations and compiling statistics.
• Identifies opportunities in the community for the YMCA to engage and connect. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Assists with Board Committee meetings as directed by Executive Director.
• Participates in the center's Cause-Driven Leader on Duty (CDLOD) schedule.
• Other duties in support of the role or as assigned.
• Develops, implements, and manages operating plans to promote program and membership growth for the YMCA.
• Executes strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.
• Direct supervision of all health and wellness programs including group exercise, small group training, personal training, chronic disease prevention and wellness floor.
• Applies industry knowledge to create innovative and strategic solutions to increase member retention and acquisition.
• Ensures high quality programs are offered
• Ensures staff maintain current certifications.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in healthy living programs.
• Develops Group Exercise schedules to ensure member needs and are met.

Skills

Program development

Budget management

Staff supervision

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

YMCA of Greater Houston seeks an experienced Program Director for the Weekley Family YMCA to lead high quality programs focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. You will develop and manage Healthy Living initiatives and ensure compliance with YMCA standards while building partnerships with community organizations.

The role requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent), 2–3 years non-profit programming experience, and ability to supervise staff, coordinate budgets,