Overview
Our Commitment to Equity
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.
Job Summary
This position directs and oversees program development, operations, and delivery of assigned program area(s).
This position is part of the Y Social Impact Center, the social services branch of the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS). The mission of Y Social Impact Center is to accelerate young people’s ability to build safe, successful and happy lives.Every year, we serve 5,000 children, youth, young adults, and families across King County with programs that aim to strengthen young people’s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; ensuring stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. Y Social Impact Center’s programs include housing, behavioral health, foster care licensing, violence prevention, education, and employment. Many of the young people we serve have had involvement in the foster care, criminal justice system, and/or homelessness systems.
What you'll get from working at The Y
Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Retirement with generous employer contributions
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO)
Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs
Hiring Range: $87,360 – $96,096/year
Responsibilities
Provide leadership to existing programs, establish new program activities and expand programs within the community in accordance with the Association and Branch strategic plans related to area of focus.
Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise assigned staff and volunteers in assigned areas. Provide development and leadership.
Provide leadership and support assigned areas, including on-call support to staff around de-escalation and crisis response/management as needed.
Collaborates with other Program Directors to provide support and leadership to the drop in resource center for youth and young adults.
Provide leadership and support for branch management team with project management and additional support.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, schools and agencies related to programs.
Develop, produce and distribute program information necessary to promote programs, in accordance with branch marketing plans.
Compile program statistics and provide data and reports as required. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program(s).
Ensure that safety procedures are followed and that all programs are in compliance with YMCA, contract, accreditation, and all relevant regulations and other applicable standards.
Ensure high quality programs through innovative program development evaluations and ongoing training of staff.
Oversee multiple contracts and ensuring budgetary compliance. Secure and locate other funding streams including private and government.
Other duties as assigned
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position and is expected to be on call, and potentially work evenings and weekends as needed.
TRAVEL
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.
Code of Conduct for Applicants
Qualifications
21 years of age or older
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in psychology, social services, or related field. Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
6+ years of professional or volunteer experience working with high risk, system involved (homeless, justice, behavioral health, foster care) youth and/or young adults or equivalent community-based or informal service to this youth/young adult population
3+ year leadership and supervisory experience of teams and staff, including program development, leadership development, contract management, and financial management.
Experience with and knowledge of youth behavior management and child abuse prevention.
Intermediate computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to visit sites and community organizations.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in social work, social services, or a closely related field.
Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
Life experience with poverty, child welfare, homelessness, behavioral health, or youth violence and a desire to use that experience to improve the lives of others.
Fluent in any language in addition to English
At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.
Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities.
“YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran , or any other status protected by local, state , or federal law.
We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check and (on applicable jobs) drug screening, including screening for marijuana. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.
If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to [email protected] or the HR department at 206.382.5082.”
MISSION STATEMENT:
Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.
OUR VALUES:
Respect
Responsibility
Honesty
Caring
Passion for Excellence
Job Locations US-WA-Seattle
Posted Date 2 weeks ago (1/18/2024 4:34 PM)
ID 2024-15821
Type Regular Full-Time
# of Openings 1
Location Social Impact Center YMCA - 2100 Building
Category Social Impact Center
Address 2100 24th Ave S
Minimum compensation USD $87,360.00/Yr.