POSITION SUMMARY
In alignment with the mission and vision of the YMCA of Honolulu, the Director of Life-Readiness collaborates closely with fellow YMCA team members under the leadership of the Program Executive Director of Teens & Young Adults. This pivotal role assumes primary responsibility for the management, dynamic development, and exceptional execution of our College-Aged programs. Tasked with ensuring the seamless delivery of top-tier programs and services, the Director of Life-Readiness operates with precision, adhering to established policies and procedures while strategically advancing the Association's overarching goals. Key duties encompass the cultivation of a thriving team culture through effective leadership and professional development, driving program retention and expansion initiatives, and adeptly managing reports and expenses. Our Life-Readiness programs will focus on providing quality support services and diverse opportunities for those interested in college-readiness or career exploration. Additionally, the Director plays a central role in fostering and fortifying invaluable relationships and partnerships with educational institutions, colleges, and community organizations. The Director of Life-Readiness will have a pivotal role in emphasizing our Atherton Branch's areas of focus: College Readiness, Career Exploration, and Service Learning, thus facilitating the design and implementation of impactful opportunities at the Y.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Drives program quality, ensuring all programs are always enhancing participant experience.
Direct oversight of funding that supports college and career exploration programs including but not limited to: Student Board, Student Engagement, College Camp, ASB: Moloka'i, ASB: Philippines, FROSH Camp, scholarship opportunities, Internship & Practicum Mentorship, Volunteer Recruitment and Engagement.
Collaborate with department leads, branch executives, and other organizational leaders to effectively execute programs.
Provide direct leadership of the management, implementation, and accountability of Association program grants and funding that supports young adult programs.
Works with the Program Executive Director in establishing annual budgets.
Ensure quality and accountability of young adult programs to meet Youth Development and YMCA Safety requirements, trainings, policies and procedures.
Seek and secure additional funding that supports young adult programs.
Work with the Program Executive Director to ensure the Association's strategic goals are met.
Provide leadership and support to improving and enriching signature young adult program offerings via ongoing quality improvements and innovations for the Association.
Build meaningful relationships with local business, organizations, educational leaders, and community stakeholders to maximize capacity, exposure, community engagement and support.
Works strategically with community partnerships on all youth development, healthy living and social responsibility programs and initiatives.
Willing and able to support other departments as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
College degree in Social Services, Public Health, Education, or related field; or 4 years equivalent in related work experience preferred.
3+ years of related experience with staff and/or volunteer supervisory responsibilities required.
Ability to plan, organize and implement focus area programs.
Excellent skills in staff and volunteer supervision and development, budget analysis, communication, and human relations.
2+ years of experience in working with older teens or young adults is preferred.
Ability to motivate individuals, lead a team, and conduct training.
Ability to work with parents, children, staff, and volunteers of diverse ethnic populations.
Adult and child CPR or CPR/PR, First Aid, and AED Certifications within 30 days of hire date.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Bus Driver's certification required within 6 months of hire, which include a valid driver's license and clean traffic abstract.
Ability to travel from one location to another in a timely manner required.
Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Windows XP, Canva, preferred.
Exemplifies the YMCA mission and the pillars of character development: honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, and diversity.
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