A Preschool or Childcare Director manages and directs programs for very young children. Supervises child care workers and pre-school teachers. Proposes policies, program fees and budgets for approval by a program board or administrative agency or implements policies of a national organization. Meets with parents and staff to discuss the development, learning and behavior of children in the program or center. Orders supplies and monitors maintenance and cleaning at a facility. Ensures that the program or center meets state and federal guidelines.
at Idaho Youth Ranch in Caldwell, Idaho, United States Job Description For more information regarding this position and our benefits, and to submit your application, visit our website www.youthranch.org/careers The Idaho Youth Ranch is one of the oldest non-profit agencies in the state of Idaho.
Our mission:
We unite for Idaho's youth by providing accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience. How will you impact our mission? Be a part of setting a new standard for residential care for generations to come. Successful candidates will have a once-in-a-career opportunity to be a part of the opening of our new Residential Center for Healing and Resilience, a 64-bed psychiatric residential treatment facility (PRTF) for youth, currently under construction at our beautiful 258-acre Hands of Promise Campus in Idaho's Treasure Valley. Why unite with us? Because we are better together! Our team members enjoy a workplace where Relationships are the foundation, where we are all Committed to the same mission, where Growth is always possible, where we are treated with and show Compassion , where trust guides us to Transparency , and above all, where Joy sustains us. What do we offer? In addition to contributing to our awesome mission, working at IYR has many advantages! Affordable medical and dental care, other voluntary benefits offerings, a 401(k) match, paid time off, an employee discount on purchases at our thrift stores, and working in a caring and compassionate environment just to name a few. As a Administrator on Duty for the Residential Center for Healing & Resilience, you can proudly tell your family and friends that you help nurture hope, healing, and resilience in Idaho's youth as a part of the management team overseeing the program. Every member of the IYR works to contribute to the Programs and Services in their own way to make them accessible to all youth who need those services in Idaho.
Must Haves:
Must be 25 years of age Must have a valid Idaho driver's license or obtain one within 15 days of hire High School diploma or equivalent Knowledge of required notifications and procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency or unusual situation
Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree Knowledge of ID and DHW safety and security regarding PRTF operations Our Administrators on
Duty:
Responsible for overall safety, security and effective functioning of the campus on their assigned shift. Serves as the primary contact with program management and leadership in non-routine or emergency situations and will direct staff and facility resources accordingly. Reviews scheduled staffing for assigned shifts, and monitors to ensure presence at posts, adherence to schedules and breaks. Ensures appropriate reports are completed by all involved staff members for any incidents. Reviews reports and ensures appropriate actions have been taken and identify remedial actions.
