Youth Program Director

Alper JCC MiamiMiami, Florida, United States

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Youth Programs Director

Full-Time | Exempt | Alper JCC Miami

The Alper JCC Miami is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as our Youth Programs Director . This position oversees the vision, strategy, and execution of all youth programming at the J.

As a key member of our leadership team, the ideal candidate brings strong program management experience, a passion for youth development, and a commitment to building inclusive, enriching environments for all children. This role combines oversight of daily operations, staffing, and family engagement with high-level strategic planning, innovation, and growth of our youth services portfolio.

Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to) :

Oversee and evolve all youth programming at the Alper JCC, including summer camp, aftercare, and year-round youth initiatives.
Lead, supervise, and inspire a diverse team of year-round and seasonal staff.
Build meaningful relationships with families, ensuring consistent communication and participant care.
Develop and maintain inclusive programming that meets the needs of children of all abilities, including those with special needs.
Ensure operational excellence in compliance, safety, staffing, and program delivery.
Collaborate across departments to support community-wide engagement and outreach.

Qualifications :

Proven leadership experience in youth programming, camp management, or related fields.

Background or experience in special needs inclusion and adaptive programming is required.

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Must be willing to obtain a DCF (Department of Children and Families) license within the first year of employment.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to walk throughout campus for extended periods.

Ability to bend, twist, sit, squat, reach overhead and outward, and lift up to 20 lbs regularly and 50 lbs occasionally.

Ability to stand for long durations and work in bent or awkward postures.

Ability to spend time outside in various weather conditions, including heat and rain.

Visual and auditory ability to respond to emergency situations and participant needs.

Dexterity and vision for regular computer use.

This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to leadership. The Alper JCC offers a collaborative, mission-driven work environment and a chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families in our community.

About Alper JCC Miami :

Located in sunny, beautiful Miami, FL, the sprawling Alper JCC Miami on The Jay Morton-Levinthal Campus lies in the heart of the suburb of Kendall. Convenient and accessible, our Center provides many opportunities for the Jewish community and all south Miami-Dade County residents to enjoy recreational, educational, cultural and social activities.We offer our members and guests the chance to meet and connect with individuals and families from all over. For fitness enthusiasts, our Fitness Center is a great place to play racquetball, train with a friend in the gym, play tennis or swim in our chilled / heated 25 yard outdoor swimming pool. Our Youth and Adult Building, home to a wide selection of adult programs and our children's department offers the young and young at heart a place to gather and socialize. Also, our Sablotsky Cultural Arts Center hosts visual arts exhibits and performance or all ages and focuses on bringing renowned Jewish artists, authors, and entertainers for the community to enjoy!

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Youth Program Director • Miami, Florida, United States