YD Center Director - Swift Creek

Looking for a positive, enthusiastic Center Director to plan programming, oversee center management and supervise children
Job Description

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is looking for a positive, enthusiastic full-time Youth Development Center Director to plan programming, oversee center management and supervise children for our before and after-school child care program and large summer camp program at the Swift Creek Family YMCA.

Qualifications

Experience with supervising staff, budgeting and program administration

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

A valid driver's license and a good driving record

Candidates must meet Virginia DOE licensing requirements: college-level coursework in a related field or CDA required.

Minimum age is 21.

Candidates must be responsible, enthusiastic, and able to direct children and staff in a positive way.

Experience in leading groups of youth.

Spanish speaking candidates highly desired

Essential Functions

Responsibilities include program planning and administration, supervision of school age children, and day to day operations of child care center. Specific duties include interacting and building relationships with children and families; facilitating positive communications between the Y, program participants and school officials; supervising on-site staff; designing, planning and implementing age appropriate developmental activities and programs; ensuring that child care licensing standards and association quality standards are adhered to; maintaining and monitoring site and equipment; supporting all branch youth development programs with food and supply procurement; and attending and leading child care trainings.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Competitive medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage, with Flex Spending & HSA Options

YMCA Retirement Fund: 12% employer-paid retirement contribution (once vested)

Generous paid time off

Pretax program for health, dental, vision and child care (DCAP)

Excellent training, development and career opportunities

Free family metro Y membership with access to YMCA activities, classes and programs

Free programs, including school-age child care and camp (excludes outside contracted programs and one-on-one offerings)

Employee appreciation activities, including events, socials and optional wellness activities.

Life & long-term disability; Employee Assistance Program

Optional COBRA, short-term disability, pet insurance & legal resources program

Salary: $45,000-47,000 per year based on experience and qualifications