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POSITION SUMMARY:

Develops, organizes and implements high quality YMCA early childhood, school age education, child care, specialty camps and day camp program(s). The Executive Director, Childcare Services will lead all aspects of our childcare programs. This includes early learning programs at two sites, before and after school programs, and day camp. Recruits, trains, onboards and supports assigned staff and volunteers. Additional responsibilities include hiring and training of staff, curriculum development and evaluation, budget management, and adhering to all licensing regulations and Keystone Stars accreditation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Oversees the development and operations early childhood, school age, and   youth enrichment programs. Ensures high quality member-focused programs through innovative program development, evaluations and   on-going training of staff.
2. Establishes, with the CEO, long range plans for program growth in harmony with overall YMCA objectives. Expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Develops and implements selected new programs.
3. Develop and direct high quality family engagement strategies and programs, which support YMCA mission, goals and strategies. Develops a parent experience pathway to ensure parents easily move from interest to enrollment and from enrolled to advocate.
4. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Develops a cohesive child care staff team.
5. Monitors, evaluates and improves the quality of all programming and departments assigned. Ensures high quality programs through innovative program development, data-driven evaluations and ongoing training of staff and volunteers.
6. Develops, manages and controls budgets related to the position. Ensures program operates within budget and that program fees are collected.
7. Ensures that program and Association standards and policies are met and safety procedures are followed. Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed.
8. Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment supports outstanding youth development.
9. Develops and maintains relationships with all stakeholders including school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
10. Provides staff leadership for YMCA special events and committees as assigned.
11. Organizes special events for parents.
12. Assists with overall YMCA management.
13. Implements effective marketing strategies and assists in the distribution of program information.
14. Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.

15. Responsible for the oversight and evaluation of multiple programs. Directly supervises two (2) exempt staff team members.

     

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position it highly strategic and facilitative. It requires a combination of focus and flexibility and a willingness to play an active role. As the CEO's counsel on all things child care, the position requires a highly resourceful individual with vital emotional intelligence, self-motivation, and analytical skills.

1. Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent, or combination of education and experiences.
2. Three years related experience preferred.
3. Positive role model with strong leadership, conflict resolution and diplomacy skills.
4. Typical requirements within an agreed upon period from date of hire include completion of: Child Abuse Prevention Training; CPR; First Aid; AED; New Staff Orientation and Customer Service training.
5. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
6. Ability to pass background checks in accordance with all Berwick Area YMCA policies for child abuse prevention. CPR and First Aid certifications may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children's activities.

BENEFITS:

• All employees receive a free YMCA Membership as part of their employment.

• All Berwick Area YMCA employees, both full and part-time, whose primary employment assignment is Early Childhood Educations or Before & After the Bell are included and eligible for childcare benefits.

  • School Age Child Care & Day Camp
    • Staff will receive 100% off of the first child enrolled in school age care and day camp.
    • Staff will receive 50% off of any additional children enrolled in school age care and day camp.

  • Early Learning Programs

    • Staff will receive 50% off of all children enrolled in early learning programs

       

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Multi-Team or Branch Leader):

Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Y's values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA's efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program, fundraising, and policy leadership levels. Secures resources and support for all philanthropic endeavors.

Collaboration: Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance YMCA mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.

Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures, investment policies and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability

and ensures continuous improvement.

Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. 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.

SHARED PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. This position acts as a part of the Berwick Area YMCA senior management team, assisting with overall facility management, taking part in and leading special events and acting as a resource for staff. 
2. Collaborates with other directors in the delivery of new programs.

3. Leads and supervises Berwick Area YMCA Child Abuse Prevention strategies.

    

EFFECT ON END RESULT:

Attainment of annual YMCA enrollment and fiscal goals.

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