Youth Development Part Time Site Director - YMCA of Greater Richmond

The Patrick HenryFamily YMCA is looking for a positive, enthusiastic full-time Site Directorto plan programming, oversee center management and supervise children in our school age child care program.

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is a nonprofit organization with the goal of strengthening the foundations of community. We do this through programs that help build a healthy mind, body and spirit for all, and our programs are built around our three focus areas: Healthy Living, Youth Development and Social Responsibility. The Y is open to all, and we pride ourselves on the diversity of our members and employees. As an employer, the Y seeks to recruit energetic professionals, encourage work-life balance, and provide opportunities for growth and development. Our employees exemplify and adhere to our four Brand Behaviors of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility.

DUTIES

Responsibilities include program planning and administration, supervision of school age children, and day to day operations of child care center. Specific duties include interacting and building relationships with children and families; facilitating positive communications between the Y, program participants and school officials; supervising on-site staff; designing, planning and implementing age appropriate developmental activities and programs; ensuring that child care licensing standards and association quality standards are adhered to; maintaining and monitoring site and equipment; supporting all branch youth development programs with food and supply procurement; and attending and leading child care trainings. Additional seasonal responsibilities include providing administrative support in camp office to include licensing and customer service, providing first aid and medication administration during camp.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess a minimum of one year of supervisory programmatic youth development experience. A degree in a related field is preferred, and candidates MUST be able to meet the Virginia Department of Social Services' requirements for Program Directors. Applicants should possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with staff, youth and families. Energy, initiative, and creativity are desired, as well as budgeting and program administration experience. Candidates must have a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license in good standing and be at least 21 years of age. CPR, First Aid and MAT certifications required within 90 days of employment.