Assistant Director of School Age Child Care

Greater Bergen County YMCA, 1092 Carnation Drive, New Milford, New Jersey, United States of America

Req #1563

Monday, July 1, 2024

We are an all - inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven, candidate to join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Assistant Program Director of School Aged Child Care is responsible for supporting in the success of developing, growth and management of the Greater Bergen County School Age Child Care and Day Camp program exercising judgment, help and support including budget development, policies, procedures and staff supervision. Assists with recruitment, training and support of assigned staff. Provides liaison to committee(s). Participation in other programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Direct oversight of School Age Child Care (Before and/or After Care) sites assigned and Summer Camp with direct budget responsibility for those sites. Will travel between SACC and campsites as needed.

• Assures compliance with state and local regulations. Ensures that program standards are met and safety procedures are followed. Assist with licensing process.

• Conduct monthly site observations, assuring that all safety standards are met and provide written monthly report to supervisor of observations, needs and areas for improvement. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.

• Coordinate use of facilities for program activities and events.

• Hiring, training, and supervision of staff in assigned areas, maintaining YMCA ratios at each site. Develop and maintain work schedules. Review and evaluate performance regularly with a focus on developing and enhancing staff skill set.

• Assist with oversight of the management of SACC and Day Camp Program, including direct supervision of frontline staff ensuring risk management guidelines for a safe, educational, social and nurturing environment are continually maintained according to the mission of programs. Support implementation of association CATCH and STEM programs for all sites.

• Facilitates communication and provides leadership to frontline staff of the program. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to day-to-day operational needs of program. Supports the annual fundraising campaign.

• Develops and maintains effective working relationships within the community.

• Ensures high quality member-focused programs in support of innovative program development, evaluations and on-going training of staff.

• Actively supervises and participates in summer camp programs.

• Administrative duties as related to management of program, i.e., payroll, performance appraisals, etc. Provides data and reports as required for assigned programs.

• Perform other job-related duties as requested and necessary.

  DIRECT REPORTS:

  School Age Child Care and Day Camp staff.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of successful School Age Child Care practices and quality program development.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, human services, social services, recreation, business or equivalent.

• One or more years of program management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.

• Minimum of three years practical experience working with school age program/children.

• Financial and budget management concepts.

• Ability to effectively communicate in various venues, i.e., public speaking, presentations

• Ability to assist in the direction of multi-site programs through supervision of staff, marketing and public relations, program development and fund-raising.

• Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others.

• Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.

• YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred, or obtained within 36 months of hire.

• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications required.

• Valid driver’s license and vehicle for transportation

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

  INTERNAL CANDIDATES:

  Current active employees of the METROPOLITAN YMCA OF THE ORANGES should apply via the Careers section of the Dayforce Employee Account.

  We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Additional compensation includes 12% retirement upon eligibility, 403b plan, generous PTO plan, professional development opportunities and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.

  We are proud to be an EEO/AA/employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to extensive background check.

Other details

• Pay Type Salary

• Min Hiring Rate $50,161.00

• Max Hiring Rate $52,000.00

• Greater Bergen County YMCA, 1092 Carnation Drive, New Milford, New Jersey, United States of America

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