What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Age Childcare Administrator and Director position at YMCA Of The Northwoods?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Director or Executive in charge, the School Age Childcare Administrator and Director, in harmony with the Christian nature and Mission of the YMCA shall be responsible for the development, organization, and implementation of high-quality programs and events in areas of the Summer Camp, Family and other childcare related departments as directed. Additionally provides leadership to ensure that all services offered through the Y meet the strategic goals the YMCA as set forth to build relationships with and between; staff, members, volunteers, program participants and the communities the YMCA serves.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Develops, implements and manages operating plans, events and schedules to promote program and/or membership growth and retention for the YMCA. Executes strategies to ensure that members and/or participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.
2. Develops and controls budgets related to position responsibilities
3. Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives. Establishes new program activities and expands program within the region in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
4. Acts as Administrator, Director and on-site Health Supervisor as needed for DCF programs assigned. a. Administrator: responsible for the center’s management, including personnel, finance, physical plant, day-to-day operation of the center.
5. Directors are responsible for supervision of planning and implementation of the center’s program for children, supervision of staff, staff meetings, orientation and continuing education for staff.
6. Ensures quality results by monitoring and evaluating program effectiveness and adhering to program standards. Provides data and reports as required for assigned programs.
7. Keeps updated professional knowledge of all programs through self-study, research, and/or conference/workshop participation.
8. Recruits, trains, develops evaluates, and directs staff and volunteers in assigned areas to ensure safe, high-quality member/participant focused services through innovative program development, evaluations and ongoing staff training. Ensures staff certifications are current and complete. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
9. On an on-going basis support staff who plan, conduct and evaluate daily program of developmentally appropriate activities and learning experiences for children. Create opportunities to meet the changing needs of the developing child.
10. Adhere to all applicable DCF Licensing Rules for Wisconsin guidelines and YoungStar quality guidelines
11. Perform all other duties as assigned.