Associate Director of Youth & Family Services

Job Description

Our mission and core values are brought to life every day by our culture.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Associate Director of Youth & Family Services at the West Morris Area YMCA creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree and 1 year of managerial or supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with working with children in a structured setting.
• Bilingual is preferred.
• Basic understanding of youth development principles.
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, Google Docs, and Google Sheets.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all levels including staff, parents, and school staff.
• Ability to problem solve and take initiative that adheres to the purpose, mission, and goals of the YMCA.
• Ability to work as part of a team, as a role model and take initiative to identify potential risk factors and take measures to reduce them.
• First-Aid, CPR and AED certification are required.
• Must complete CARI Background Check, CHRI/Fingerprinting, provide proof of a Mantoux test within two weeks of hire, and any additional training requirements, as per the Office of Licensing and the West Morris Area YMCA.

• Ensure that programs are following state regulations, licensing and meet YMCA best practices.
• Supervise classroom record keeping; keeping records needed for planning, evaluation of the program and individual child development.
• Maintain and keep necessary documents and records for the site state Licensing Book.
• Maintain and support the overall quality, safety, supervision of children and staff and program components of the Preschool program.
• Ensure that programs are high-quality and meet the needs of the children and families we serve.
• In partnership with the Senior Youth Services Director, interview, hire and train qualified staff for programs.
• Assist Senior Youth Services Director with Site Visits and coverage as needed for School Programs.
• Serves as a leadership role in the Summer Camp program during the summer months.
• Always maintain a professional manner with children, parents, co-workers, and community.
• Act in accordance with the YMCA philosophy, program goals and objectives, and our policies and procedures.
• Have the ability to train staff on identifying child abuse/neglect and act in accordance with YMCA, state, and local guidelines.
• Conduct staff meetings and staff training sessions.
• Maintain current CPR/AED and first aid certifications and ensure programs staff's certifications are up to date.
• Function as a resource for all staff.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested and necessary.
• Collaborates with Senior Youth Services Director and Director of Youth Services.

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Collaboration
• Developing Self & Others
• Ability to handle confrontational situations.