Program Director - YReads

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Directly responsible for supervision, coordination, volunteer recruitment, retention and training of YMCA Y READS Program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for supervision of all YREADS site volunteers and mentors.
• Plan and implement appropriate daily lesson/mentoring plan and support volunteers/mentors in carrying out activities.
• Train YMCA staff and sub-contractor staff on management of YMCA READS! Program management, as well as literacy skills, volunteer recruitment and retention.
• Manage volunteer recruitment training for YMCA READS! Program volunteers/mentors.
• Establish community and corporate relationships in order to promote the program.
• Create and implement volunteer/mentor training to assist Site Coordinator.
• Organize and present events and activities aimed at volunteer/mentor retention and appreciation.
• Develop Ideas Family Nights and communication to encourage family support of the program objectives and to build strong families.
• Form relationships with principal, guidance staff and reading specialists at program school sites to promote a team approach to youth mentoring.
• Maintains client and staff confidentiality.
• Communicate and promote the YMCA mission, goals and objectives to the legislature, employees, volunteers, members and the community at large.
• Prepare or help prepare budget and ensure operations are within the approved budget.  Maintain accurate records.
• Participate, as directed, in corporate assignments, annual fundraising, special projects, etc.
• Ensure all governmental, YMCA, and organizational records and reporting requirements are in compliance.

NOTE:   This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions.  It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):

Inclusion: Ensures all staff model and apply cultural competency and global awareness in youth development work.

Relationships: Provide structured opportunities for staff and parents/caregivers to work together towards common goals for children and youth. Develops partnerships between staff and parents and community organization in order to maximize program impact.

Communication: Offers ongoing communication with parents and caregivers as partners around program goals. Ensure staff understand and apply appropriate listening and speaking techniques when working with children and youth.

Developing Others: Provides ongoing training and resources around child and youth development techniques and strategies for staff.

Quality Results: Actively implements regular evaluations of program goals, environment and outcomes.

Project Management: Reviews program plans and records to ensure that they are consistent with evidence based practice.

Functional Expertise: Uses best practices, guidelines and method of youth development in daily work. Recognizes the social, emotional and cognitive and physical stages and milestones every child and youth experience during their journey from birth to careers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Elementary education desirable.
2. Minimum 1 – 2 years of experience in education, volunteer development, marketing, public relations, problem solving and mentoring.
3. Fulfillment of state-specific hiring standards and completion of YMCA program specific certifications.
4. Ability to develop, train and implement quality developmentally appropriate activities.
5. Strong interpersonal skills and team oriented.
6. Able to work in a diverse environment.
7. Flexibility, resourcefulness, high energy and adapt to changing needs.
8. Organization and time management skills necessary to meet deadlines.
9. Ability to present a positive image to staff, participants, colleagues, supervisors and the community.
10. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
11. Knowledge of marketing and volunteer development.
12. Detailed oriented and administrative abilities.
13. Possess excellent verbal and written communication.
14. Experience in child care management or school age literacy.
15. Experience in volunteer recruitment, training and retention.