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Greater Somerset County YMCA is seeking an Associate Program Director to suport our Somerset Hills Branch.
Job Description
An exciting opportunity to join the Team of a progressive YMCA association located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community that has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org
Under the direction of the Senior Director of Youth Development, the Associate Program Director will be responsible for managing select activities associated with our Arts & Humanities, Scouting, Youth and Family events, and Teen Programs at our Somerset Hills YMCA, including the administration of these programs to ensure that they create opportunities for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position is fully on-site.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Recreation, or related field.
Three-plus years’ experience directing youth programming with a focus on School Age Child Care and Summer Camp.
Superior leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with staff and interact with membership.
Supervisory experience a plus.
Must have flexibility in work assigned schedule and expectations to work evenings and some weekends.
Excellent organizational, member engagement, staff development, administrative and communication skills.
Has solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel as well as good administrative skills.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or obtain within 30 days of hire.
Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention, Sexual Harassment and other program-specific courses.
Essential Functions
Arts & Humanities
Supervises all assigned Arts & Humanities instructors and oversees day-to-day program administration.
Hire, train, onboard and coach assigned Arts & Humanities instructors.
Assist in the creation of new and innovative programs in response to community and member needs
Manage program registration process & supplies
Manage outstanding payments and review monthly draft process programs
Collaborate with other departments regarding member/guest program satisfaction.
Camp – Enrichment & Performing Arts
Supervises all camp counselors in assigned camp unit and assists the counselors in daily camp operation.
Review and submit end of year evaluations for all seasonal staff
Supervises all branch camp counselors and assists the counselors in daily camp operation.
Engage as leader with camp software system interfacing with parent portal and providing support and reports.
Plan weekly special events and camp activities.
Participates in all camp staff hiring and training sessions/meetings prior to and during camp.
Help staff prepare lesson plans for their groups.
Work cooperatively with staff in increasing their leadership capabilities.
Acquaint campers with rules, activities, daily schedule and traditions of camp.
Ensure that all equipment and supplies are being properly used, maintained, and returned to their place
Scouting Programs (Girl Scouts)
Coordinate all aspects of the Girl Scout Patch program including booking workshops, purchasing supplies, and recruitment events.
Provide general administrative support to Girl Scout Patch program and event registration including creating and maintaining a participant database, copying and distributing flyers.
Develop value add programs and appreciation initiatives for the program that honor their commitment and participation with the Y.
Serves as main point of contact for the program and its participants.
Scouting Programs (Adventure Guides)
Coordinate all aspects of the Adventure Guides program including booking trips, purchasing supplies, and recruitment events.
Provide general administrative support to Adventure Guide program and event registration including creating and maintaining a participant database, developing uniform registration form and process, and copying and distributing flyers.
Develop value add programs and appreciation initiatives for the Adventure Guides program that honor their commitment and participation with the Y.
Through intentional relationship building, partner with local boy/girl scout groups to provide engagement initiatives, volunteer projects, and badge programs.
Serves as main point of contact for the Adventure Guides program and its participants.
Youth and Family Events
Birthday Parties
Coordinates all birthday party efforts from intake through fruition.
Works with participants to schedule dates, collect payment, and ensure they have a safe and enjoyable event.
Coordinates staffing for all events, orders supplies and other needs for each party.
Provides communication to all participants and staff such as scheduling, updates, and changes.
Assist in training and onboarding staff. Ensures quality programming and participant satisfaction.
Family Nights & Kids Night Out
Coordinate all family night events including our Monthly Events and other special events
Coordinates staffing for all events, orders supplies and other needs for each event
Provides communication to community members and staff regarding scheduling, updates and changes
Works with staff to schedule dates, activities and other needs to ensure a safe and enjoyable event
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fundraising.
Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.
Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
BENEFITS:
FREE family membership to Greater Somerset County YMCA, including full access to all of our branch facilities including Bridgewater YMCA, Hillsborough YMCA, Princeton YMCA, Somerset Hills YMCA, and Somerville YMCA.
FREE nationwide membership with access to over 2,500 YMCA locations across the country
Discounted program fees
Paid sick leave and short-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous 12% retirement contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund after eligibility period (no employee contribution required)
Medical and dental insurance with prescription coverage
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account for medical and/or dependent care
100% contribution towards life insurance and long-term disability
Optional additional life insurance and dependent life insurance available at low rates
403(b) Smart Savings Plan
Generous paid time off policy
7 paid holidays
Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.