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Youth Development Manager

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Overview The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

FIND A CAREER THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring within the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit!

YMCA Employee Benefits

FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs

Flexible Scheduling

Family-friendly Work Environment

Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

General Function The

Youth Development Manager

is responsible for the direct oversight of the assigned Y Learning Center Site and Day Camp, as well as focusing on providing high-quality programs that meet all requirements of the State of Michigan Child Care Licensing as well as all YMCA guidelines and best practices. This Position is located at the

Farmington Office

and is responsible for the sites in the following locations:

Eastside schools, Royal Oak, Warren, Eastpointe, and Fraser .

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

At a minimum, 2 years of experience in recreational education or childcare

Some experience in leadership, administration, management, curriculum program planning, and budget development is required

Credentials must meet the State of Michigan School Age and Child Care Licensing requirements

Position Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays

Quality Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, life) with Flexible Spending Account

Employer Contribution Retirement Plan and Short-term/Long-term Disability

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Develops and implements curriculum programs in Y Learning Centers and Camp

Engages as liaison with community partners, parents, and staff through participation at site-specific and branch events

Supervises Site Leads and Site Assistants (approx. 40-50) at assigned branches and schools

Assists in the coordination of training for all department staff and ensures certifications and credentials are maintained

Collaborates with the Accounting Department to ensure the collection of fees and tuition in line with statement processing

Oversees program budget alongside the CACFP Food Program

Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Abilities & Skills

Ability to plan, lead, and participate in all physical activities

Ability to participate outside for up to 30 minutes a day, year-round

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

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