Health & Wellness Program Director

Mid-County YMCA is looking for a Healht & Wellness Program Director.

Job Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Develops, organizes and implements high-quality YMCA program(s).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent.
• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after 2 years of full-time employment
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
• 20% Discount on Tuition at Fontbonne University
• Free household membership to YMCA nationwide
• Discounts on YMCA programs
• Discounts on YMCA Childcare

Essential Functions

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
• May assist with Program Committee meetings.
• Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation
• Fulfill the mission, vision and values of the YMCA through excellent customer service, creative problem solving, decision-making and stewardship of YMCA resources.
• Fund-raise for YMCA programs, including World Service, United Way, Annual Campaign and related events.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, organized and creative.
• Able to instruct clients and members in a noncompetitive, non-intimidating manner.
• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational.
• A good physical example and role model for a fit and healthily lifestyle.
• Professional manner and appearance.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and kinesiology.
• Ability to maintain a steady growth in program services with high percentage of returning participants.
• Ability to oversee the administration of program services rendering purposeful and coordinated program.
• Good public relations, sound financial conditions, and good equipment management.
• Performs all other duties as assigned. 

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce 

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V 

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.