Youth Development Director

YMCA OF GREATER HARTFORD JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Youth Development Director

FLSA Status: Exempt  

Primary Department: Family Programs

Reports to: Executive Director

Revision Date: 05/2023 

Leadership Level: Leader

The YMCA of Greater Hartford is an association open to all committed to helping people reach their potential in spirit, mind, and body.  Our commitment is based on the belief that the purpose of this three-fold development is to live out the values of Caring, Honest, Respect and Responsibility.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the Supervision of the Executive Director, the Youth Development Director is responsible for the overall youth development operations, including youth and family programs, Youth Sports, Teen Programs, licensed and Summer Day Camp(s).

The position will focus on building cohesive relationships in the community increasing enrollment in all program areas, developing new programs, supervising part and full time staff. This is a leadership level position and will work with Association Quality Teams, branch leadership team, and will manage the department budgets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

-Knowledge of OEC regulations, YMCA of Greater Hartford procedures, rules, regulations, guidelines, and Branch regulations.

-Manage the daily operations and personnel of assigned department and programs. Recruit, train, supervise and develop staff members and volunteers to conduct programs and services. Monitor and evaluate performance.

-Ensure all site operations are consistent with YMCA Association procedures, including emergency procedures, insurance, reporting accidents/incidents, purchasing, personnel, and accounting system.

-Leads all aspects of Youth and Family programming, including supervision, coordination, promotion, parent relation, school relations, scheduling, enrollment, and evaluation.

-A general understanding of financial management principles, including budget preparation and management, the needs and expectations of regular auditing, and a system of sound fiscal controls.

-Ensures quality supervision and safety of all aspects of programs at designated site, and background checks on all staff. Maintains all necessary OEC regulations and licensing requirements in conjunction with Association Guidelines.

-Ensures that requisite programs comply with OEC and Care4Kids regulations.

-Responsible for ensuring all new staff members are provided with an initial orientation that introduces them to all aspects of program operation.

-Responsible for ensuring required staff ratios are always met.

-Develop resources to expand program and enhance family involvement.

-Participates in annual campaign and special events.

-Any other duties as assigned.

SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

-Must be 21 years of age or older

-Knowledge of various resources for programming ideas and the skills to utilize that information in directing daily activities.

-Ability to organize, plan, schedule, and coordinate day-to-day activities

-Ability to think strategically is essential.

-Ability to relate to individuals and groups.

-Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.

-Ability to delegate appropriate responsibility involved in day-to-day operations.

-Warm and nurturing personality.

-This position may be authorized to have access to protected Health Information (PHI) to perform specific job duties.

-Must be able to work with children with communicable diseases and disabilities.

-Personal qualifications as required in Part 407: Licensing Standards for Day Care Centers, emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the aims of the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good personal hygiene, and physical and mental health that does not interfere with responsibilities.

-Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

-CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in preferred majors: Recreation, Sports Management, Education, and/or related fields.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 3 years’ successful experience as a supervisor and manager within the YMCA or equivalent experience outside the YMCA.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

-Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.

-Ability to supervise children by sight and sound at all times, and provide verbal direction.

-Ability to move around a room and quickly react to safety issues (i.e., climbing, aggressive behavior).

-Ability to remain calm, objective, and respectful in potentially stressful situations (i.e., crying upset child, upset parent, or upset staff).

-Ability to move around the room to assist children and supervise children with daily activities, social interaction, physical and emotional needs, including sitting on the floor, kneeling, bending, crouching.

-Ability to lift objects up to 40 lbs.

-Ability to use a computer and other office equipment.

-Ability to travel to program locations

• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,000 per year.
• Post University Tuition Discount: 50% off tuition.
• FREE YMCA Membership: Valued at $750 annually.
• Childcare Discounts: Available to eligible employees. Discounts vary based on full-time or part-time employment status.
• Program Discounts: Discounts on swim lessons, summer camp, sports, and other YMCA programs.
• Paid Time Off: Available to eligible employees.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Available to full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week. The YMCA covers 90% of employee medical premiums for eligible high-deductible health plans.
• Generous Retirement Savings: The YMCA contributes 12% of gross pay toward retirement for eligible full-time and part-time employees after two years of service, provided they work at least 1,000 hours each year (approximately 20 hours per week).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential counseling, services, and resources to support employees.
• FREE SNOO Rental: Free six-month SNOO rental for expecting parents working 20 or more hours per week.