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Youth Development Program Executive

Olympic Peninsula YMCA • Full-time • Sequim, Washington • 9m ago

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Headquarters - Sequim, WA

Full Time

Not Specified

$67,725.00 - $67,725.00 Salary

Up to 25%

Day

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

GENERAL FUNCTION:
The Youth Development Program Executive is responsible for the overall leadership of childcare and youth development programs provided by the Olympic Peninsula YMCA, which are in Jefferson County, Sequim and Port Angeles. This position oversees the development, implementation, and administration of high-quality youth development and childcare programs including supervision, compliance, budgeting, community relationships, collaborations, and long-range planning. The Youth Development Program Executive will oversee the operations of licensed childcare, youth enrichment programs, break camps, summer day camps, and overnight camps.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Be 21 years of age or older
Have a high school diploma or equivalent
Have two years experience in management, supervision, or leadership
Have planning, coordination, and supervisory skills to implement high quality, developmentally appropriate programs
Experience with program development and budget management
Strong administrative and computer skills, including working with Microsoft Office suite, program and operating software, and internet applications
Ability to process and problem solve complex registration processes
Ability to relate well and communicate effectively to a diverse group of individuals, in all circumstances
Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
Requires personal transportation to allow periodic visits to remote program sites

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS BASED ON WACs:

Have a minimum of forty-five college credits (or thirty college credits and one hundred fifty training hours) in approved school-age credits as specified in the Washington state guidelines for determining related degree and approved credits; and
Have completed basic STARS training or possess an exemption

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Attends a department orientation within six months of employment or assuming the position
Fulfills all state licensing requirements and trainings for childcare director level staff
Ensures the implementation of age-appropriate programs
Establishes and oversees a continuous improvement plan to ensure a high quality social-emotional-learning environment
Oversees effective communication with parents
Ensures compliance with DCYF licensing regulations including
documentation of attendance, absentees, and emergency information on each child emergency procedures appropriate to the site and in conformity with Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) regulations up to date child and staff records
Oversees association-wide childcare financial performance, monitors branch childcare financials, updates monthly forecast and works with Billing Specialist to ensure accurate, timely billing and receipt of DSHS and DCYF and all member accounts
Assists in recruitment, on-going training, development, and evaluation of youth development and childcare staff
Establishes new program activities and expands program(s) within the community in accordance with the Association and branch strategic plans
Ensures that safety procedures are followed and that all programs follow YMCA standards, all relevant regulations, and other applicable standards
Ensures high quality programs through innovative program development, evaluations, and ongoing training of staff
Works with Branch Executives and Marketing & Communications Coordinator to develop, produce and distribute information to promote participation
Develops the budget for assigned area(s), establishes youth development and childcare budget guidelines, reviews branch youth development and childcare budgets, and meets budget development timelines outlined by Finance Director
Ensures upkeep of related facilities and equipment
Ensures records of staff trainings and certifications are current and complete
Provides leadership for all youth development and childcare in-service trainings and meetings, and collaborates with other leadership staff as needed
Upholds YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management. Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youths

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS AND DUTIES:

Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations in accordance to mandated reporting requirements
Accurately and timely track vendor receipts to reconcile monthly credit card statements
Responsible for general housekeeping tasks to ensure workspace is always clean
Submits hours worked accurately on electronic time card, within timelines for supervisor approval
Passion for high standards and believes in the YMCA mission of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility
Flexible schedule needed as on occasion may need to work evenings and/or weekends
Other duties as assigned by supervisor

DRIVER REQUIREMENTS:
Private Vehicle, Requesting Reimbursement
Valid drivers license
Proof of Insurance
YMCA vehicle
18 of age or older
Valid drivers license
Driving record which meets or exceeds YMCA standards, driver records request will be submitted

WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT

Office/gym/classroom environment with occasional interruptions
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

PHYSICAL ABILITIES
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate
Be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations ability to act swiftly in an emergency
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
Carrying supplies, up to 25lbs.