Program Director - Katy ISD

Overview

Are you passionate about positively impacting lives and youth development engagement? YMCA of Greater Houston Youth Development Director supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This position develops, organizes and implements high-quality YMCA after school and day camp throughout the Greater Houston area. The Youth Development Director will create a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while inspiring youth to discover their passions.

This position will enthusiastically represent the Y by displaying a positive attitude, maintaining a high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.

YMCA Youth Development Directors build and maintain strong relationships with families, community, and YMCA centers through positive, proactive communication. They implement curriculum to meet licensing standards and improve quality through program evaluation and assessment. Youth Development Directors recruit, hire, and onboard YMCA site leads and counselors to deliver high-quality programs while maintaining fiduciary responsibility and oversight.

This position is located in The Woodlands, TX, and will support the Katy ISD school district.

• 3-5 years previous experience including 2 years supervisory experience in licensed childcare, preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent (preferred).
• Must meet Director qualifications as stated in the Minimum Standards (#744.1015) under TDPRS.
• At least 21 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention trainings.
• Previous experience with diverse populations.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Current record of tuberculosis examination and/or current local health department regulations, examinations, and/or immunization as required by the local or State Department of Health.
• Available for trainings on occasional weekends and after hours

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

• Program Quality:
  Provides oversight and coordinates high-quality youth development programs in after school and outdoor day camp setting for assigned location(s), in adherence to Y program model, curriculum and quality standards. Ensure camp grounds are safe, engaging. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending the local and national camp standards trainings, seminars, webinars, conferences etc.
• Program Compliance:
  Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and risk management policies are followed.
• Program Planning & Innovation:
  Assist staff in planning, organizing, and implementing age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities for after school programs and outdoor day camp. Fosters innovation by recognizing and sharing new and relevant ideas. Demonstrates courageous and intelligent risk-taking.
• Staff Development:
  Recruits, hires, and trains required program staff needed to meet DFPS minimum licensing standards and Y staffing ratios. Reviews and evaluates staff performance and develops strategies to motivate staff to achieve program goals.
• Fiscal Management:
  Adheres to responsible fiscal stewardship, including managing all accounts receivables and accounts payable related to site budgets. Manage payroll-related transactions and monitors for accuracy and completion. Ensures program operates within budget and meets fiscal goals through forecasting and budget monitoring.
• Marketing & Promotion:
  Implements marketing strategies to promote program growth and brand exposure to the targeted communities and families. Expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Community Engagement:
  Builds and maintains relationship with families through consistent communication including parent orientations, newsletters, parent conferences and parent engagement events. Actively engages in school district and/or center-based community events to build deeper relationships and YMCA brand awareness.
• Center Engagement:
  Actively participates in YMCA center activities, meetings, and staff trainings. Intentionally collaborates with center program staff. Develop and maintain good working relationships with the directors, staff, parents and families by way of open communication, positive problem solving, flexibility, and teamwork.
• Relationship Building:
  Develops and maintains strong relationships with school administration, parent and community groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Program Evaluation:
  Collects necessary qualitative and quantitative data needed to monitor program evaluation and measure program…