CHILD CARE AND FAMILY DIRECTOR

Position: CHILD CARE AND FAMILY DIRECTOR

Location: Manlius YMCA

Job Id: 1996

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: Child Careand Family Director

Reports To: Associate Executive Director

FLSA: Full Time Exempt

Work Schedule: Varies

Salary Range: $60,500/year

A Career with a Cause

We are welcoming we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful : we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing : we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

We are for ALL.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement | YMCA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK (ymcacny.org)

Position Summary

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. The Child Care & Family Director at the YMCA of Central New York is responsible for the success of all aspects of the Child Care programs and facilities of assigned branch, and develops and implements Child Care related programs that will promote membership growth and retention, and increase program enrollment. Fosters a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides direct leadership, instruction, motivation, safety, and enjoyment for Child Care participants and staff. The Child Care Director assures the well-being for each participant and staff in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training. This results in cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined while also managing high-quality, member-focused Child Care programs.

Salary and Benefits

• YMCA Family Membership
• YMCA Retirement Fund Contribution: 12% (Y-10%; employee-2%)
• Health Insurance (2 plans with significant employer contribution for employee’s premium)
• Personal Time, Vacation, New York State Paid Sick Leave, and 12 Paid Holidays

Essential Functions

• Models and teaches the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with members, colleagues, staff, guests, volunteers, and vendors
• Develops, maintains, and facilitates positive relationships with and between volunteers, members, program participants, staff, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages family involvement
• Responsible for overall supervision and support of Child Care staff and volunteers, and follows and implements policies and procedures
• Oversees, evaluates, and grows all Child Care programs ensuring community needs are met and risk management is in place in accordance with YMCA guidelines; and through motivational support and guidance that supports members, program participants, and staff in achieving their goals. Up to 25% of work schedule will be in direct service to the Child Care Program
• Follows association guidelines to develop, promote and market, and manage Child Care programs and offerings in a manner consistent with YMCA core values. Assists with the development and implementation of membership recruitment, retention, and orientation strategies
• Communicates and cooperates with other Directors to coordinate facility and program needs
• Oversees all Child Care facility changes and communicates effectively
• Implements, follows, and enforces all Child Care procedures and guidelines including those pertaining to health and safety, supervision of children, child care discipline policy, drop-off/pick-up, attendance, forms, reports, supplies, and staff expectations as required by the YMCA, licensing, and the state health department
• Communicates with members, director team, staff, and participants in a timely and professional manner as it relates to department responsibilities that will support a positive experience with the Y
• Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on Child Care programs and member engagement that fosters loyalty among those we serve
• Oversees all Child Care program areas and equipment in an orderly and safe manner. Ensures maintenance and upkeep is maintained as required by the YMCA of Central New York, local and county health departments, and The School Age Child Care Director,
• Works closely with the Facility Director to assist with the maintenance and repair of all Child Care equipment and facilities
• Accepts responsibility for and ensures compliance with all state and local regulations that are required by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services and New York State Health Department, as they relate to assigned program areas
• Implements, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, and those for the prevention of child abuse, fostering a pleasant, professional, and safe Child Care environment.
• Develops and maintains system to monitor certification status of all department staff whose positions require certification
• Participates in activities, trainings, workshops, conferences, etc., that will enhance personal and professional growth and maintain licensing
• Responsible for overall fiscal management, meets deadlines and budget for the Child Care Department
• Active leader in membership retention and Annual Giving Campaign goals
• Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings
• Participates as Manager on Duty per branch schedule.

Core Competencies

• Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment
• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in such a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause
• Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.

Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Development, Elementary or Physical Education, Recreation, or related field or Child Development Credential (CDA) or School Age Childcare (SACC) credential with equivalent experience, and
• Minimum two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13
• Minimum one-year experience in management of childcare programs, supervision of staff and budget management
• Knowledge of childcare and camp licensing requirements
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Budgeting experience preferred
• Proven track record of building program participation and relationships with members, participants, families, staff, and volunteers
• Excellent interpersonal skills are critical and essential to the success of this position
• Demonstrates excellent planning, organizational, time management, and attention to detail skills, with the ability to multi-task with minimal direction
• Possesses and demonstrates excellent customer service, decision-making, problem solving, team oriented, and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrates leadership skills in an outgoing, friendly, assertive, professional, and mature manner
• Effective communication skills necessary to inform, counsel, motivate, and support members and staff
• Must be observant, safety-conscious, and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency
• Able to work flexible schedules

Trainings & Certifications

• Must complete New Employee Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, Mandated Reporter, Blood borne Pathogens, Employee Safety, and Hazard Communication trainings prior to start of position
• Must complete department onboarding within the first 30-days of employment
• CPR/First aid certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire and maintained
• Medication Administration Training certification is preferred
• Continue professional development as outlined by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services
• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred within two years.

Effect on End Results

• This position strongly impacts the effectiveness with which the YMCA of Central New York accomplishes its mission. The role requires that the School Age Child Care Director be committed to delivering high quality results, building positive relationships, maintaining a safe environment, and fostering a healthy community for all
• Growth is seen in the program enrollment and quality in accordance with annual targets
• Members, Participants, and Staff are confident and comfortable with the YMCA
• All YMCA programs are recognized in the community as high quality and safe programs
• Participants and staff set and achieve personal goals
• All applicable licensing standards, grant stipulations, YMCA policies, state and local laws, and YMCA of the USA risk management recommendations are met or exceeded
• Child Care programs are conducted according to the YMCA of the USA standards.
• Child Care staff embody the mission and values of the YMCA
• Positive image of the YMCA of Central New York is achieved.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Position requires sitting for extended periods of time and repetitive data entry. Ability to conduct classes and activities, and perform all physical aspects of the position.

Work Environment

This job operates in a recreational and educational environment. This role routinely uses standard sports and recreation equipment such as gym equipment, sports equipment, and office equipment such as phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. At times, employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others. All employees are required to follow the preventative health policies of the YMCA at all times. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.