Director of Teen Impact Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Director of Teen Impact YMCA of Northwest North Carolina Winston-Salem, NC Job Details Full-time $38,000 – $40,000 a year 2 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications CPR Certification Program management Management Supervising experience Experience with children First Aid Certification Team management Senior level Communication skills Full Job Description

ROLE STATEMENT

In your role at the Y, you are in a unique position to change someone’s life. Whether you work in wellness, membership, aquatics, youth development or any other area of the Y, you are working for a cause. You are a cause-driven leader and we recognize that building relationships are critical to strengthening our members, volunteers, staff, and our community, as well as the overall health of our Y. When you intentionally build relationships, you provide: A stronger sense of community and belonging Value to the individuality and uniqueness of others A better opportunity to share our Christian Mission Meaningful guidance to improve the health of others Mentoring opportunities to promote socially responsible living The work you do really matters. Our goal is to provide the training and resources needed to be successful, consistent, and intentional in building relationships at the

Y. POSITION SUMMARY

Transform and inspire the youth in our community! Through this role you will have the opportunity to empower teens through transformative programs such as Reaching Our Potential and Achievers. You will ensure that the youth in this community have a safe and positive environment to reach their full potential in spirit, mind and body. In this role, you will be responsible for creating intentional and empowering programming for teens in these two programs. The programming will be specific to the programs, needs of the varying communities and YMCAs. You will work closely with the Associate Executive Director of William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA and the Executive Director of the Winston Lake YMCA to coordinate weekly/monthly calendars. Programming includes but is not limited to, character development, college and career preparedness, athletics, tutoring, STEM, cooking and social/emotional issues.

Additional responsibilities include:

working closely with the school systems and parents of Reaching Our Potential and Achievers participants, assisting with record keeping and reports, and providing key leadership in community events and team meetings. The Director of Teen Impact must be a team player, organized, able to take initiative, and be recognized as a leader by others. Additionally, the Director of Teen Impact will work closely with local universities and community partners to create a comprehensive College and Career Prep program to ensure our students thrive after graduation. Occasional extended and/or non-traditional hours and/or other duties may be required. The ideal candidate will build strong working relationships with their direct supervisor, the staff at the branch where they are located and most importantly the teens utilizing this space and should be able to work with minimal supervision. In all positions we live by the core values of the Y. We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined cause-driven individuals who function together as a strong team. We value cooperation and strong communication among our staff team and are looking for the best candidates to make a tremendous impact for the youth in our community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Coordinates the center in accordance with YMCA guidelines, ensuring all program curriculum and materials are prepared accordingly and accessible. Builds effective, authentic relationships with the Teens, Reaching Our Potential participants, Achievers participants, staff and parents as well as WS/FCS Achiever Advisors; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers. Works closely with the Grant Writer to ensure all requirements and reporting are met for funding purposes. This includes but is not limited to surveys, attendance, and leading the Scholarship Committee through the scholarship application process. Exhibits exceptional community engagement qualities, demonstrates a passion for empowering youth and strives to grow and transform these programs. Attends staff meetings and training as scheduled. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes corrective action, discipline, incident, and accident reports as necessary. Ensures that the site is kept organized and all supplies are put away daily. Reports any damaged equipment. Required to Participate in Aquatics Activities (Including Swimming, or Deck Supervision) Responsible for planning and leading the Annual Achievers Scholarship banquet that will be held at the end of the school year. Responsible for ensuring College and Career tours are conducted with students during out of school days, Winter and Spring breaks. Responsible for creating and implementing intentional summer programming for teens which includes but not limited to resume building, interview skills, SAT prep, college application assistance, volunteer and internship opportunities.

YMCA COMPETENCIES

(Leader):

Mission Advancement:

Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration:

Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness:

Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth:

Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE

We’re passionate about fostering health and wellness for all, and we have a comprehensive benefits package that has been thoughtfully designed to prioritize your well-being.

Health Insurance:

We provide comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, to ensure the well-being of our employees.

Retirement Savings Plan:

We offer a 12% employer-funded retirement plan upon meeting eligibility, empowering employees to plan for their future.

Paid Time Off:

Work-life integration is important to us, which is why we provide up to 48 days of paid time off over vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Perks:

Employee household membership to facilities operated by the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina and discounts on programs throughout the association. Must be 21 years or older Experience working with children and a diverse community Desire and ability to work with all ages Desire to lead from the front, role modeling expectations for team Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to apply proactive team management techniques and employ conflict resolution with the team as needed. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency. Sit, Stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time (including outside and in the pool!) 2-4 years of supervisory experience in youth development, program management, or community based setting preferred CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred or required within first 90 days of employment Ability to work a variable schedule Monday through Friday, as well as event coverage on select nights and weekends (two Saturday sessions per month)