POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Executive Director / Associate Executive Director, and in accordance with the association and policies of the Northern Lights YMCA, the Childcare Director will be responsible for the health, welfare, and happiness of children in his/her care. In addition, will be the administrator for licensing requirements for compliance for the state of Michigan. .
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Manages, directs, and coordinates all administrative aspects and supervision of childcare program, before / afterschool program, preschool program. Including: Recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, certifying, and / or orientations for staff and volunteers.
• Implementation of all program functions and systems including record keeping.
• Responsible for licensing compliance and YUSA Best Practices for all above listed programs including risk management and emergency procedures.
• Responsible for developing and managing budget areas of accountability including program registrations. Make decisions to cancel, discontinue or combine programs.
• Responsible (in conjunction with the Marketing Director) for promoting and marketing programs.
• Instruction of programs where qualified including care giver, site director /supervisor, etc. when needed.
• Program development, satisfaction, and evaluations.
• Maintenance of program supplies, equipment, and facilities including acting Center Director.
• Leadership role in fund development.
• Responsible for relationship building with local schools, state department, health care providers, etc.
• Shall act as the License Designee for all Delta locations, overseeing licensing compliance and serving as the primary contact with regulatory agencies.
• Provide oversight of classroom development and curriculum implementation to ensure alignment with program standards.
The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Serves as a member of YMCA management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA, including membership growth and development. Ensures outstanding member service and responds to member feedback.
• Other duties as assigned.
