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Y Learning Center Program Director

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YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit

Farmington Hills, MI (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 6 weeks ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Y Learning Center Program Director Farmington Hills, MI Job Details Full-time $43,888 a year 22 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications CPR Certification Bachelor's degree in physical education Community engagement Bachelor's degree in counseling Bachelor's degree in social work Overseeing educational regulatory compliance Volunteer management Outdoor work Facilities management First aid Child Psychology Collaborating with government agencies Mid-level Compliance management implementation Supervising experience Working with children Bachelor's degree in child development Bachelor's degree First Aid Certification Curriculum implementation Human Development & Family Studies Physical Education Personnel management in education Human Services Bachelor's degree in education Budget management in education Social Work Practicing budget management in an educational setting Volunteer recruitment Bachelor's degree in human services 2 years Team motivation (leadership skill) Staffing management Safety protocol implementation Overseeing training Customer complaint resolution Educational program management Staff development Performance evaluation Full Job Description The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you'll discover more than just a job—you'll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.
FIND A CAREER THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE WITH A JOB AT THE Y!
Now Hiring for Y Learning Center Program Director YMCA Employee Benefits FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs Flexible Scheduling Family-friendly Work Environment Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan General Function The Y Learning Center Program Director is responsible for the direct oversight of assigned Y Learning Center sites located in Metro Detroit, specific to Royal Oak, Eastpointe, Fraser, and Warren schools. The Y Learning Center Program Director position will focus on providing high quality programs that meet all requirements of the State of Michigan Child Care Licensing as well as all YMCA guidelines and best practices. Education/Experience/Training/Certifications Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required. These fields include Education, Physical Education, Child Development, Child Guidance/Counseling, Child Psychology, Family Studies, Social Work, Human Services or Youth Development. Two years of experience working in a recreational, educational or childcare setting. Experience in administration, including personnel management, budget development and control, supervision, curriculum and program planning is required. Prior supervisory or management experience. Current CPR and First Aid certification is preferred. Position Benefits Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability and Flexible Spending Account Job Duties & Responsibilities Manages, directs and supervises assigned before & afterschool Y Learning Center sites. Ensures that all sites are staffed appropriately and are operated according to licensing requirements. Manages before and after care for Day Camp programs. Works with Executive Director of Afterschool to implement curriculum content that ensures programs are operated with the highest quality possible. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Develops, manages and controls budgets related to the position. Ensures Y Learning Center programs operate within budget and that program fees are collected. Works closely with branch leadership staff and school personnel to develop strong relationships and partnerships within the community. Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed. Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment. Develops and maintains relationships with state licensing agency, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner. Build and maintain relationships with parents and children in programs Performs other assigned duties as directed by Supervisor Abilities & Skills Ability to plan, lead and participate in all physical activities Ability to sit and stand from a seated position on the floor when interacting with children. Capability to be outside participating for up to thirty minutes a day, year round. For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers). The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit ("YMCA") is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law. The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

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