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The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Youth Program Director specializing in arts to join our team.
Job Description
As the Youth Program Director, you will build relationships, instill confidence, and provide opportunities for growth and improvement by planning, coordinating, and implementing youth programs specializing in dance, culinary arts, visual arts, music, gymnastics, and performing arts.
Qualifications
You have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or two years of related knowledge and experience (preferred).
Experience in supervision, fiscal management, program development, staff and volunteer development (preferred).
Experience in planning, organizing, and implementing age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities (preferred).
Demonstrated skills in customer service, public relations, organizational skills, communications, supervision, computer knowledge, and file maintenance.
YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent, CPR for the Professional, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications or ability to obtain within 90 days (preferred).
Able and willing to complete Child Abuse Prevention training on the first day and other online or in-person training as required.
You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
Essential Functions
Arts Responsibilities:
Provide direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for program participants in Art programs.
Provide lesson planning, class proposals, material lists, attendance-keeping, day-to-day teaching and classroom management, and class schedules.
Must work well with individuals of all ages, be able to multitask, and communicate effectively with parents and children.
Teach dance classes, while observing and helping children to improve their technique in a fun and safe environment.
Create and implement special events open to all members.
Create and manage programs.
Establish new program activities and expand programs within the community in alignment with our strategic and operating plans.
Provide quality results.
Administer program evaluations of all classes and leagues.
Develop and assist in the marketing and distribution of program information, and organize and schedule program registrations.
Develop relationships with local school districts and community leaders to ensure available programming space and facilities, and to assist in sponsoring youth programs/events.
Build Relationships.
Support development and implementation of program-specific volunteer training program. Assist staff in identifying productive and creative volunteer roles.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Required Certifications
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options
YMCA paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement saving plan. After 2 years of Full-Time employment, the YMCA will contribute 8% of your monthly earnings
Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation (vacation accruals increase with years of service)
8 paid Holidays/Floating Holidays per year
Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program and LifeMart employee discount center
Professional training, education and certification opportunities
20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees