Family Programs Director

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Bring your adventurous spirit, empathy, and caring through words and actions. Be a catalyst for self and others.

The Family Programs Director is responsible for overseeing the following programs:
Child Watch, Youth Club, Kids’ Classes, Parents Night Out & the RYse & Shine Initiative. This role ensures a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for kids and staff, aligning with the YMCA’s mission and values. This role is perfect for someone passionate about youth development and out of school time education, with strong leadership and organizational skills.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management, Education, Child Development, or related field.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a youth programming environment. Experience developing and managing a budget of at least $200,000 preferred.
• Certifications:
  
  Ability to complete all required training within 60 days of employment, including but not limited to CPR, first aid, Living Our Cause, DCFS Mandated Report, IL Gateway Registry Modules and to maintain these certifications as current as outlined by regulations or requirements.
• Skills:
  
  Demonstrated leadership qualities, exceptional organizational abilities, and a strong focus on delivery of outstanding customer service.
• Schedule Flexibility:
  Ability to work off-hours and weekends for special events when required.

• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations.
• Ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
• Ability to speak concisely and communicate effectively.
• May require physical effort and cardiac endurance while reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, balancing, bending, leaning, kneeling, walking, and climbing.
• Walking up and down stairs multiple times a day.
• Carrying supplies to and from work locations, normally lifting less than 30 lbs.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

• Leadership and Team Management:
  Provide visionary leadership to the family programming team, fostering a positive and inclusive culture.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and volunteers, ensuring adherence to YMCA policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular staff meetings, training sessions, and evaluations to enhance performance and teamwork.
• Program Development and Implementation:
  Develop and implement high-quality, age-appropriate programs aligned with YMCA standards.
• Collaborate with staff to create engaging educational, recreational and enrichment activities that promote personal growth and skill development for kids.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all kids by maintaining high standards of supervision and care.
• Operational Management:
  Oversee the day-to-day operations of Child Watch, Youth Club, Kids’ Classes, Parents Night Out & the RYse & Shine Initiative.
• Manage budgets, expenses, and resources effectively to ensure financial sustainability.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and accreditation standards.
• Community Engagement and Relationship Building:
  Establish positive relationships with campers, families, staff, and the community, promoting the YMCA’s mission and values.
• Actively engage families through regular communication and involvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with other community organizations to enhance programs and outreach.
• Additional Duties:
  Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission and goals of the YMCA.

Description:

Someone who leads a team, project, or process with or without supervisory responsibility.

• Ensures programs and services meet community needs.
• Ensures a level of service and engagement that fosters loyalty among those we serve.
• Intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined.

• Translates organizational goals into executable plans with accountable staff and…