Teen & Family Program Director

YMCA of Central Stark County; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Membership & discounts

Job summary

YMCA of Central Stark County in North Canton, OH seeks a full-time Teen & Family Program Director to provide strategic leadership for family engagement, teen development and signature family programming. You will strengthen family retention, develop staff and volunteers, and ensure YMCA values are reflected in youth interactions.

The role focuses on leading programs, partnerships and budgets to serve youth and families in the community, with a strong emphasis on inclusive, collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent education and experience considered.
• Supervisory experience including ability to lead, coach, schedule and manage part-time staff.
• Strong communication, organization and leadership skills with ability to manage multiple programs.
• Strong relationship-building skills with youth, parents, staff, volunteers, schools and community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to build authentic, trusting relationships with youth, families and diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and connect new family memberships; partner with Membership on onboarding, retention, referrals, and communication.
• Build community partnerships that expand youth and family opportunities.
• Lead and evaluate family programming that aligns with community needs, branch goals and member interests.
• Recruit, train, coach, schedule and evaluate department staff and volunteers.
• Lead teen lobby operations, afterschool culture, behavior expectations, engagement opportunities, and staff development.
• Lead family programs such as Kids Night Out, Parents Day Out, Toddler Time and seasonal events.
• Manage department budgets, supplies, operational planning, program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in youth development or related field

Job description

NOW HIRING! TEEN & FAMILY PROGRAM DIRECTOR

The YMCA of Central Stark County is seeking a full time Teen & Family Program Director at the North Canton Community Building YMCA to provide strategic leadership for family engagement, youth culture, teen development and signature family programming. The role strengthens family retention, creates meaningful experiences, develops staff and volunteers, and ensures YMCA values are reflected throughout youth and family interactions.

SALARY RANGE:

$44,000+ commensurate with experience

BENEFITS:

Competitive benefit package including 85% paid medical, dental and vision. Fully paid short and long term disability, 3x's annual salary life insurance and 10% Association paid retirement (upon eligibility). Also includes paid sick time and generous vacation package. Complimentary membership and discounted rates for child care and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in youth development, recreation, education, social work, human development, nonprofit management, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• Prior supervisory experience, including the ability to lead, coach, schedule, and manage part-time staff.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple programs and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong relationship-building skills with youth, parents, staff, volunteers, schools, and community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to build authentic, trusting relationships with youth, families, and community members from diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and perspectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Welcome and connect new family memberships; partner with Membership on onboarding, retention, referrals, and communication.
• Build community partnerships that expand youth and family opportunities.
• Lead and evaluate family programming that aligns with community needs, branch goals and member interests.
• Recruit, train, coach, schedule and evaluate department staff and volunteers.
• Lead teen lobby operations, afterschool culture, behavior expectations, engagement opportunities, and staff development.
• Lead family programs such as Kids Night Out, Parents Day Out, Toddler Time, seasonal events, and other family engagement initiatives.
• Manage department budgets, supplies, operational planning, program evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.