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YMCA of Montclair

Program Director (School Age Child Care and Camp)

YMCA of Montclair, Montclair, New Jersey, us, 07043

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YMCA of Montclair Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by YMCA of Montclair. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $58,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr To proceed with your application for this position, please complete the Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment linked below. Ensure you finish the assessment for your application to be reviewed.

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Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of SACC (School Aged Child Care) and Camp, the Program Director is responsible for planning, managing and supervising a high-quality School Age Childcare program at multiple off sites locations, while establishing positive relationships with the schools and the local community. The Program Director will also oversee summer camp operations.

Our Culture

At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the

Employer of Choice , provide

World-Class Service,

and be the

Charity of Choice . Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each and every day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying and meeting our community needs.

Essential Functions

Manage, direct and coordinate a developmentally, socially and academically appropriate curriculum for all assigned SACC sites. Assist in creating and monitoring the annual budget for the department. Ensure that the department maintains a positive fiscal position. Recruit, hire, train, develop, supervise and evaluate the SACC team. This includes ensuring that SACC staff follow all policies, procedures and timeframes of the organization. Oversee the development and evaluation of the SACC Program. Process accurate payrolls for all assigned staff. Monitors and responds promptly and appropriately to member’s feedback. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met, and safety procedures are followed in accordance with the NJ Office of Licensing. Ensure that all SACC sites are properly staffed and provide coverage as needed, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Cultivate and maintain excellent working relationships with applicable school districts, administrators and communities. Recommend and implement improvement plans as needed ensuring high-quality member-focused programs through innovative program development and ongoing staff development. Perform additional duties as required to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of YMCA of Montclair programs. Oversee the management of sites and site supervisors, ensuring compliance with risk management guidelines in alignment with program goals. Recruit, hire, train, develop, and schedule staff and volunteers for childcare, School Age Care (SACC), and Summer Day Camp programs; conduct performance reviews and regular staff meetings/trainings. Develop and manage the operating plan to promote program growth and increase participation, particularly within local school districts or at offsite locations, while maintaining a safe, educational, and nurturing environment. Special projects as requested and needed including SACC family events. Ensure that all staff are trained to deal with emergency procedures. Maintain positive working relationship with school personnel in coordination of the building site and related issues. Summer camp responsibilities include but are not limited to leading, developing and managing all operations of the assigned camp. All other duties as assigned. Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants. Follow employee and volunteer screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk. Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk. Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers and require them to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk. Respond quickly to policy and procedure violations using the Y’s disciplinary procedures and respond seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and follow mandated reporting requirements. Communicates to all employees and volunteers the Y’s commitment to protect our members from abuse.

Leadership Competencies

Emotional Maturity Communication Critical Thinking and Decision Making

Qualifications

BA/BS in Education or a related field preferred. Minimum of 3 years of experience managing SACC or Youth programs. Prior staff supervision and curriculum implementation experience required. Supervisory and leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate and manage a team. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and care. Must have a CPR/AED and First Aid Certification OR get certified within 90 days of employment. Preferred knowledge of New Jersey Childcare Licensing Standards to ensure compliance with state regulations and best practices. Valid driver’s license required.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This work requires the following physical activities: climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and visual acuity. He/she must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. The work is performed indoors and outdoors and may require occasional travel. Must have the ability to drive to off-site locations daily as part of job responsibilities.

Company Benefits

Benefits include complimentary YMCA membership; accrued PTO; Medical, Vision, and Dental Health Insurance; paid Holidays, enrollment in the Y’s retirement program (must complete 1000 hours within 2 years of service) with 12% of salary contributed by the Y; 75% discount for SACC (before and aftercare), Early Learning Center, and Summer Camp programs in our Y facilities; a rewarding career with professional growth and advancement opportunities; a challenging and fun work environment with creative and talented individuals.

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE :

$58,000 to $60,000

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