Assistant ELC Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Assistant Child Care Director at YMCA of the Twin Tiers oversees the development and operations of YMCA ELC under the direction of the Executive Director.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Develops, implements, and manages operating plans to promote program growth for the YMCA. Measures progress against strategic goals and ensures continuous improvement.

2. Establishes plans for the expansion of programs and services, in harmony with overall YMCA objectives and the leadership team.

3. Acts in place of the Director on a as needed basis and is designated second in command for all situations when the director is unavailable.

4. Ensures compliance with NYS Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) regulations (i.e. safety, nutrition, discipline, staff, health care plan, training)

5. Updates and maintains staff files and child files in accordance with the OCFS regulations.

6. Identify and resolve problem areas to ensure parent satisfaction.

7. Develops and controls department budgets related to the position so that resources are devoted to top priorities and strategic objectives.

8. Hires, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Organizes people and activities for efficiency and effectiveness. Coordinates a training and leadership program for department employees ensuring a consistent level of competencies and attention to quality and best practices including new employee orientation, child abuse and safety training, risk management, and program curriculum.

9. Review and evaluate staff performance. Develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.

10. Ability to schedule lunch, break, and replacement coverage for all staff.

11. Flexible to sub in classrooms as necessary.

12. Promote child care and membership enrollment in interactions with existing and potential families. Coordinate program registration, including logistics to support phone, walk-in and web registration. Coordinate with marketing efforts to maximize enrollments.

13. Keeps the safety of children as a first priority. Emphasizes personal safety and emotional well-being with the children, families, and other staff at all times.

14. Uses positive and constructive methods of behavior management and ensures that all staff does the same.

15. Participates in 30 hours of training per year and 25% must be in the area of children with special needs.

16. Attain knowledge of Creative Curriculum and QUALITYstarsNY to be implemented in the center.

17. Evaluate program effectiveness through associate, parent, child and school evaluations and manage outcome measurement.

18. Assist the ELC Director in evaluating the staff annually.

19. Reviews and approves lesson plans of Lead Teachers as needed.

20. Helps conduct student assessments and parent/teacher conferences.

21. Keeps updated professional knowledge through self-study, research, and/or conference/workshop participation.

22. Maintains certification in CPR, First Aid, and other certifications as required for the position.

23. Builds bridges within the community so that all segments of society have access to the Y.

24. Effectively communicates community benefit and the Y’s impact for all stakeholders (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, community leaders) develops positive working and collaborative relation.

25. Takes a leadership role in the Annual Campaign and serves as the Staff Team Captain for the branch. Recruits, onboards, and develops volunteers from diverse backgrounds for the annual campaign program. Works closely with the Branch Executive Director in meeting the established annual campaign goal.

26. Participates in branch programs and special events as requested.

27. Represent the YMCA in a professional manner at all times.

28. Adherence to Confidentiality policy and code of ethics at all times.

29. Adherence to all policies regarding personal conduct as listed in the YMCA Employee Handbook.

30. Carries out additional responsibilities and assignments deemed necessary by the CEO or the Executive Director.

31. This job description may not be all-inclusive and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by the CEO or the Executive Director.

BENEFITS:

COMPLIMENTARY YMCA FAMILY MEMBERSHIP

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

Retirement Plan Options

Program Discounts

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.