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This position requires a “hands-on” approach in managing programs which include but are not limited to Summer Camps; Youth Basketball Leagues; Adult Sports Leagues, Programs and Clinics; and all of the Camp Curtin YMCA’s mentoring and youth development programs. The position will work with onsite branch program coordinators to ensure consistent and quality youth programs. The recruitment of staff, coaches and volunteers is also essential with this position as is superior customer service and member retention.
This position requires extensive experience in the area of Sport Management and Wellness as it relates to youth and adolescents. The Youth and Teen Director must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. They must be knowledgeable of exercise design and implementation as it relates to youth. Good motivation skills and superior customer service are essential to the position. The following qualifications must be met:
4-year degree in Sport Management, Education or related field.
3 years experience developing, operating and maintaining high quality recreational programs.
Must be certified in CPR/AED and First Aid
Encouraged to participate in YMCA accredited courses within 2 years of employment
Ensure overall quality customer service.
Project a professional image at all times including neat appearance and positive manner.
Develop, administer, and evaluate safe and age appropriate youth programming.
Plan, schedule, and acquire outside sites; implement the YBL program, youth mentoring programs, and various other youth and teen programs.
Prepare an annual budget under the supervision of the Site Director, administer the approved budget and take appropriate action to correct variances.
Plan and implement YMCA Special Events, including Healthy Kids Day, as well as various community events throughout the year.
Organizes birthday party rentals for the facility.
Recruit and maintain volunteers for all programs and events.
Schedule gymnasium for programs, members and special events.
Plan and implement sports workshops, coaches clinics and official trainings.
Responsible for the success of the work of assigned YMCA grant-based prevention programs at the branch. Works directly with association staff to organize and provide classes, maintains appropriate certifications, and communicates positively with association management.
Maintain equipment, instruction certifications, and a safe environment at all times.
Maintain accurate records of program participants, payment procedure and community members served.
Review and evaluate programs and services on a regular basis.
Seek professional and personal growth through training events, certifications, and job related courses.
Participate in the Association Annual Support Campaign as a staff worker and sustaining member.
Perform all other duties deemed necessary by the Site Director.