Regional Teen Director

About the Role

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking a full-time, highly motivated, mission-driven, team-oriented professional to cultivate Teen Programs at multiple locations, increasing engagement through volunteerism, partnerships, and philanthropy.

Responsibilities

• Interpret, communicate, and promote Y mission, goals, and objectives to department employees, volunteer leaders, members, and the community.
• Develop and implement high-quality teen programs and events, with a focus on Leaders' Club, Y Achievers, Summer Teen Programming, and the overall Teen Experience.
• Ensure program fidelity through adherence to YUSA and association standards.
• Support data collection efforts by keeping accurate records and completing reports, surveys, and other requests in a timely manner.
• Build rapport with program participants, families, and staff to enhance programs and services.
• Facilitate and maintain positive communication with all stakeholders.
• Engage and participate in YUSA Teen-related programs and experiences and encourage teen program participants to participate as well.
• Establish and enforce emergency procedures appropriate to the site and in conformity with procedures adopted by emergency service authorities, including CPR/Aid, Emergency Response, OSHA, and facility safety standards. Communicate plans to all on-site management and program participants.
• Develop and manage budget, including timely and accurate forecasting and analysis.
• May supervise part-time staff and/or volunteers, including hiring, training, scheduling, monitoring, evaluating, and providing feedback.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience with youth/teen programs.
• High school degree or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree desirable.
• Strong relationship-building abilities, including the capacity to connect and build trust with youth, teens, colleagues, and community partners.
• Ability to set priorities and manage multiple concurrent tasks.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Previous budgeting experience and computer proficiency.
• Ability to plan, develop, organize, manage, prioritize, and administer tasks.

Why Join Us

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is committed to creating a work environment with individuals from diverse socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, and national origins. We nurture the potential of all staff and prioritize professional development. A diverse and inclusive work community is essential to fulfilling our mission of being open to all. The Y is a cause-driven organization focused on strengthening our community, guided by core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Pay

Salary range is $48,000–$50,000.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 12% employer-paid retirement (upon meeting eligibility)
• Free YMCA membership
• Childcare discounts
• Professional development opportunities