YMCA of the USA · 22 hours ago
Health & Wellness Program Director
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
1+ years expYMCA of the USA is a leading nonprofit charitable organization focused on improving health and well-being in communities. The Health & Wellness Program Director will oversee program activities, manage staff, and develop community relationships to fulfill YMCA objectives.
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Responsibilities
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
Fundraise 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 healthy 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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred
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
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 healthy 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
Company
YMCA of the USA
For 175 years, the Y has been a place where meaningful connections help build stronger communities.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (2)
Funding
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Growth StageLeadership Team
Suzanne McCormick
President & CEO
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