Teen Program Director | Kraft Family YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY: The Teen Program Director is responsible for leading and growing programs that reflect the YMCAs mission and serve community needs.

This role includes supervising and developing part-time staff and volunteers, managing program operations and budgets, and ensuring a positive and high-quality experience for participants.

The Teen Program Director also builds partnerships with community organizations and supports outreach, marketing, and fundraising initiatives to strengthen engagement and impact.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Program Leadership Maintain consistent daily presence in programs to support quality, safety, and staff oversight, following association-specific expectations for direct service coverage and onsite visitation.Launch new programs and grow existing ones in alignment with strategic goals and participant interests.Coordinate facility use and logistics to support smooth program delivery and engaging events.Manage daily participant records by using program software to track attendance and verify and track essential information.

Staff Development Recruit, train, schedule, and support part-time staff and volunteers to build a strong, inclusive team.Provide regular feedback and coaching to help staff grow and succeed.Motivate your team to meet goals and create a positive, mission-driven work culture.

Community Engagement & Outreach Build partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and other organizations to strengthen program impact and visibility.Support outreach, marketing, and registration efforts to promote programs and ensure access for all.

Fiscal Stewardship Develop and manage program budgets to meet financial goals and use resources responsibly.Contribute to the YMCA Annual Campaign by leading volunteer teams, supporting fundraising events, and achieving an individual fundraising goal that advances the branchs overall target.

Program Experience Build strong relationships with members, families, and staff through positive, responsive communication.Address questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner.Track program data to evaluate success, improve experiences, and celebrate progress.Maintain a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, to meet program and organizational needs.

Additional Responsibilities Take on other duties as assigned to support the YMCAs mission and evolving priorities.Completion of all required annual trainings related to safety, compliance, and child protection as assigned.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead and support high-quality teen programsincluding leadership development, enrichment activities, social engagement opportunities, and outreachthat emphasize safety, relationships, skill-building, character growth, and belonging.Implement program enhancements and initiatives to improve quality, relevance, and teen engagement, branch and association wide.Oversee daily teen program operations in adherence to YMCA Standard Operating Procedures.Build and maintain collaborative...