Youth Services Director

YMCA of the USA; Daphne (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

YMCA of the USA seeks a Youth Program Director in Daphne, Alabama. The role entails managing, promoting, and expanding youth and family programming, including summer camps and after-school activities.

Successful candidates will have a relevant degree or equivalent experience and possess strong organizational and human relations skills. The position requires excellent decision-making abilities and a commitment to the YMCA mission, with training provided for required certifications.

Qualifications

• Four year degree in a related field or two years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge in program management and staff development.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and enhance inclusiveness.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement youth and family programming effectively.
• Supervise, schedule, and train staff for youth programs.
• Develop community relationships to enhance YMCA resources.

Skills

Program management

Human relations

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

HRIS software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Live near the beautiful beaches of the Gulf Coast of Alabama and enjoy a mission-filled career!

Job Description

The YMCA Youth Program Director is responsible for administrating, organizing, promoting, and managing the functions that relate to YMCA youth, teen and family programming. The position is responsible for working with other members of the management team to enable the YMCA to operate at maximum capacity. The Youth Program Director will manage current programs in place including some or all the following: summer camps, family nights, “no school days,” after‑school programming, before school programming, homeschool programming and will assist the branch director in expanding the Y’s youth programming throughout the community.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are determined: above all else, we are on a quest to make our community stronger.

Qualifications

Committed to the YMCA mission, vision, and values.

• Possesses a four (4) year degree in a related field or experience of at least two years directing, organizing and running similar programs.
• Exhibit proven knowledge in program management, staff development, and public relations.
• Strong organizational skills are required to maintain effective management of staff, equipment, resources, and programs.
• Encourages a fun YMCA atmosphere in all programs managed.
• Basic marketing skills, HRIS software for payroll purposes and MS Office Suite skill preferred.
• Excellent human relations skills and experience in successfully working with diverse groups of people.
• Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• CPR/AED certification, First Aid and emergency procedures child abuse prevention training required or must be obtained upon hire.
• Active CDL required or willing to begin certification within 90 days of hire.
• Completed CPR, AED, First Aid, O2, in accordance with conditions of employment.
• Understands and abides by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association, specifically, within the employee handbook.
• Works a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for managing, creating, researching, budgeting, and implementing programs that meet the mission and purpose of the YMCA. Included but not limited to summer day camp, after school programs, before school programming, family programming, and all other programs that apply to youth.
• Supervises, schedules, and creates curriculum of all youth programs and youth service employees for assigned branch.
• Recruits, trains, and executes performance appraisal of all staff and volunteers in assigned areas, within association policies and guidelines.
• Develops relationships that foster program growth, new programming opportunities for the YMCA, and a close bond of program participants.
• Works as part of the management team by attending staff meetings and YMCA specific fundraising events. Supports association and branch fundraising efforts.
• Returns communication modalities (e.g. supervisor and participant email) within a 24‑hour business day.
• Evaluates programs on a regular basis using association‑approved processes.
• Responsible for developing collaborative efforts with entities outside the YMCA to strengthen YMCA programs, image, and resources.
• Responsible for other duties deemed necessary for effective completion of the job role.
• Role may require lifting to 30 pounds.
• Willing to assist in expanding YSAL youth services programming throughout Mobile county.
• Shows initiative in the absence of supervision.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Ensures safety procedures are followed, and accident/incident reports are filed with Human Cause‑Driven Leadership Competencies.

YMCA Competencies (Team Leader)

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the YMCA values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fundraising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non‑threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up‑to‑date knowledge and skills in technology.

Required Certifications

• Required: AED, First Aid, CPR, O2
• Preferred: CDL, Lifeguard certification (within 60 days of hire)