Health and Well-Being Program Director

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Health and Well-Being Program Director to join our team.
Job Description

The Health and Well-Being Program Director works with the Senior Health and Well-Being Director in creating a positive and inspiring Health & Well Being programs. You will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring a seamless experience for our members. Additionally, you will lend a helping hand with Health & Well Being programs as needed, ensuring the smooth operation of our facility. 

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and/or two years of related knowledge and experience that includes supervision, fiscal management, program development, staff and volunteer development (preferred).
  • Knowledge of current health and well-being safety and program standards, the latest trends in the industry, and the ability to articulate and incorporate them.
  • Knowledge of and experience in planning, organizing, and implementing age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
  • Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinion, and perceptions.
  • You value and promote diversity and contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment.
  • YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent, CPR for the Professional, AED First Aid, and Oxygen certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days.
  • Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
  • Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on the first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
Essential Functions
  • Design, implement, and evaluate programs, activities, and events. 
  • Create and schedule health and well-being classes and activities.
  • Establish new program activities and expand programs to meet the needs of the community in accordance with the Association’s strategic and operating plans.
  • Coordinate the use of facilities and needed equipment for program activities and events.
  • Instruct classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all cultures, skills, and fitness levels
  • Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, and lead staff and volunteers as needed.
  • Work in collaboration with senior management to review and evaluate staff performance.
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  • Support development and implementation of program-specific volunteer training program.
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  • Schedule shifts, arrange shift coverage, process time off request requests, review, approve, and submit time cards.
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  • Track, record and report volunteer time appropriately.
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  • Ensure that all mandatory training is scheduled and funded.
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  • Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete.
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.  

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Required Certifications

Benefits: 

Medical, Dental, and 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, Child Care services, and merchandise

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees