Job Summary:
The Unit Director, Park Street oversees all operational and programming aspects of the program site to ensure quality, targeted programming for youth aged 11-17.
This includes accountability for member recruitment/enrollment and program management, supervision and training of program staff, family involvement, school relationships, and ensuring that members are provided with high-quality programming that promotes physical activity, pro-social engagement, community service, career and academic development and healthy lifestyles.
This is a full-time position with excellent benefits.
Daily Schedule: The daily schedule for this position during the school year is 11:00AM-8:00PM, Monday through Friday; the schedule for this position during summer camp operations is between 7:30AM-6:30PM, Monday through Friday.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervises, trains, coaches, and evaluates and provides general leadership and supervision to part- and full-time program staff, volunteers, and interns
* Establishes and implements program goals and objectives pursuant to organizational mission and goals, in accordance with grant and funding requirements as well as directives established by the Chief Executive Officer and Director of Operations
* Provides guidance and leadership to program staff in managing classroom and member behavior and expectations
* Evaluates program efficacy and identifies training needs
* Ensures a healthy, safe environment with well-maintained facilities, equipment, and supplies
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in recreation, elementary education, child or human development, psychology, social work, or related field
* Three or more years of direct supervision or management of a team of 10+
* Previous experience with a youth development organization (direct programming preferred)
* Ability to work flexible schedule based upon program/organizational needs
* Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics
* Valid Driver's License and be approved by the Club's auto insurance provider
Benefits:
Dental, Health, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverages are available to eligible full-time employees. DMBGC pays 100% of the individual health insurance premium for eligible full-time employees.
Two weeks of paid vacation earned via accrual each year, pursuant to scheduled increases as detailed in the DMBGC Employee Manual; 11 paid holidays; and sick time accrual at a rate of 1.85 hours per pay period.
Retirement: 10% of your annual salary will be contributed to a pension account on your behalf by DMBGC. Contributions begin after one continuous year of employment in January and July of each year.
Why Join Us?
By becoming a part of our organization, you're not just building a career in youth development; you're building a legacy of hope and opportunity for the youth who need us most.