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Title: Wellness Program Director
Location: YMCA of the Suncoast
FLSA Status: Exempt
Leader Level: Team Leader
Hiring Range: $42,000 - $44,000 annually
Reports to: Director of Community Health Programs
Supervises: Program Instructors

Position Summary

This position will develop and implement programs in the Wellness Department of the Association. This position must develop, recommend and administer the program budget, make sure all established policies are carried out and ensure that programs and activities are conducted in a professional and safe manner.

The Kid Power Program Director will oversee the implementation of a healthy eating and physical activity program for school age children during before and after care at selected school sites in South Pasco and Northern Pinellas counties. A good candidate for this position will have a passion for teaching kids about wellness and classroom management experience preferred.

Core and Strategic Functions:

1) High Quality Programs, Services and Facilities

• Direct and administer total operation of the Kid Power Program including the interpretation and execution of established policies, the development of procedures and methods, staffing, evaluation of the effectiveness of the programs and operations.
• Plan and conduct a wide variety of programs and activities that maximize the facilities, support the cause and enhance membership.
• Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct. Ensure the safety and maintenance of high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment by keeping supplies organized, maintain a clean facility and care for equipment.
• Promote and monitor program growth, taking a leadership role in membership cultivation and program retention.
• Develop and implement annual program growth goals, retention goals, and objectives that include monthly and weekly action plans.

2) Staff and Volunteer Management

• Recruit, hire, supervise and develop department staff and volunteers through use of Leadership Competency Model resources that create a culture of cause-driven leaders
• Lead and/or participate in a branch committee(s)
• Conduct monthly staff meetings to keep staff well informed.
• Support branch Y Community Champions efforts

3) Finance

• Prepare annual department(s) budget for approval by the Executive Director.
• Recommend adjustments and administer the budget, exercising necessary expense controls and revenue production

4) Community Development

• Represent and promote the YMCA in the local community and develop positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
• Promote and communicate the objectives and programs of the YMCA through public communication media
• Actively participate in community organizations

5) Financial Development

• Incorporate storytelling in an effort to advance our mission and cause
• Participate in Annual Campaign efforts
• Identify and recruit Annual Campaign volunteers
• Lead and/or participate in branch special events for fund raising or mission advancement

6) Operating Values

• Serve as a member of branch management and support the branch and association objectives of the YMCA
• Teach, role model and promote SMART behavior

7) Strategic

• Support the GPS initiatives by participating on a Commitment Team
• Advance our work in Youth Development, Healthy Living, Volunteerism and Philanthropy
• Incorporate Living Our Cause into work products and behavior

(all position functions are essential to the position)

YMCA Competencies (Team Leader):

• Values - Models and teaches the Y's values.
• Volunteerism - Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition.
• Relationships - Builds relationships to create small communities
• Project Management - Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team
• Finance - Effectively creates and manages budgets.
• Emotional Maturity Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance

Position Qualifications

Research shows that some candidates apply only if they meet all of the job criteria. If you have passion and intelligence, even if you are missing some of the below requirements, we encourage you to apply to further discuss your skill set.

A four-year college degree in Wellness, education or related field required. At least two years of program experience is required. The ability to relate to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community is essential. Must be capable of working under pressure as well as communication both verbally and written when dealing with various members, employees and volunteers. Must possess effective organizational skills. Broad overview of the YMCA as it operates as a local, national and international movement preferred.

Special Skills or Equipment Required

Must possess traditional programming and budgetary skills. Must possess effective communication, human relations, and organizational skills. Must be able to operate standard recreational, office and computer equipment.

Physical and/or Mental Requirements

May be required to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. in the form of a person or program supplies and to stand for extended periods of time while demonstrating physical stamina and agility. Must meet YMCA of the Suncoast driving criteria.

EOE/DFWP

Please note: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Apply: www.suncoastymca.org