Youth Director

Genesis Health Clubs; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Performance-based bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Genesis Health Clubs in Manhattan, Kansas, seeks a Youth Director to lead their Kids Club and Summer Camp operations. This role requires someone high-energy and organized who enjoys working with kids and managing a team.

As a Youth Director, you will oversee all youth programming, developing a safe and engaging environment, driving participation, and growing the program. You'll have the chance to create unforgettable experiences for children while ensuring safety and structure in all interactions.

If you are prepared to impact youth programming positively and lead from the front, we want to meet you.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2+ years working with children or youth programming.
• Leadership or management experience is required.
• Camp, sports, or childcare background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Kids Club and Summer Camp operations.
• Plan and execute engaging programming.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop your team.
• Create a fun environment for kids.
• Manage scheduling, payroll, inventory, and daily operations.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Proactivity

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Youth Director

Ready to run the most fun department in the club? We’re looking for a high-energy, organized, and accountable leader to take ownership of our Youth Department. If you love leading teams, creating unforgettable experiences for kids, and building something you’re proud of, this is your role.

As the Youth Director, you’ll oversee Kids Club, Summer Camp, and all youth programming. You’re not just managing, you’re building a culture, developing a team, and delivering a consistent, safe, and engaging experience for every family that walks through our doors.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead all Kids Club and Summer Camp operations
• Plan and execute high-energy, structured, and engaging programming
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop your team
• Create a safe, organized, and fun environment for kids
• Build strong relationships with members and families
• Drive camp enrollment, participation, and retention
• Lead tours, follow up with families, and support program growth
• Manage scheduling, payroll, inventory, and daily operations
• Ensure proper supervision and safety standards at all times
• Handle member concerns and incidents with professionalism

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You love working with kids and leading teams
• You bring energy, structure, and accountability
• You’re organized, proactive, and solution oriented
• You thrive in a fast paced environment
• You take ownership and follow through

Experience

• 1 to 2+ years working with children or youth programming
• Leadership or management experience
• Camp, sports, or childcare background is a plus

What You’ll Get

• A leadership role with real ownership
• The opportunity to build and develop your own team
• A fast paced, team driven environment
• Performance based bonuses tied to program growth, enrollment, and overall department success
• The ability to directly impact member experience and retention

At Genesis Health Clubs, we don’t just watch kids, we create experiences. We hold a high standard for safety, structure, and fun, and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to lead from the front and make it happen.

If you’re ready to lead, build, and deliver an unforgettable summer experience, we want to meet you.