Senior Youth Development Director

Company: YMCA
Location: Newark
Posted on: July 10, 2025

Job Description:

Impactful Role: Shape the future of our youth as the Senior Youth Development Director Job Description Under the guidance of the Executive Director, the Senior Child Development Director oversees the development and operations of high-quality member-focused childcare programs through innovative program development, fiscal accountability and evaluations of the Early Childhood Education program, Before and After School Enrichment (BASE) program, Day Camp, Kids Club, Preschool/Teen programs and family events. Location: Western Family YMCA, 2600 Capitol Trail, Newark, DE Our Promise: Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve Unite communities and inspire service to others Benefits & Perks: Full benefits package including Dental, Vision & Health Insurance Generous PTO vacation starting at 2 weeks, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave Free Nationwide Y Membership for your Household 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility Learning and development workshops Career advancement opportunities Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more! Qualifications Qualifications as an Administrator for assigned program(s) through the Office of Child Care Licensing. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community Two or more years of program management experience. Preferred Qualifications: Multi-lingual skills Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university in early childhood education, elementary education, human services, social services, recreation, or equivalent. Experience in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency specializing in youth development. Essential Functions Responsible for the overall development, implementation, promotion of programs and leadership of day-to-day operations of high-quality Early Childhood, BASE, Summer Day Camp, Youth Sports and Kids Club Programs. Oversee the coordination and marketing of special events and activities associated with these programs. Develops, implements, and manages all financials for assigned childcare program areas to ensure programs are meeting or exceeding budgetary goals. Hires, trains, schedules, supervises and reviews childcare staff associated with assigned childcare programming. Maintains staff files and all documentation as required by Licensing and the YMCA. Actively participates in advocacy initiatives and partners with community leaders, state partners, and stakeholders in the early childhood and youth development / education community to increase awareness, impact and educational outcomes for children. Ensures compliance with all YMCA policies and procedures, State and Local laws, and rules and regulations as it pertains to program operations and business licenses. Participates in all required leadership meetings and other branch duties as assigned.

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