Site Director
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The Granite YMCA
Portsmouth, NH, US
Summary
The Site Director oversees daily operations of the aftercare program, including staff supervision, curriculum planning, and ensuring compliance with YMCA and state licensing standards. They are responsible for fostering a positive environment and building strong relationships with families and school partners.
Job Description
The Granite YMCA is seeking a Site Director to lead our Aftercare program at Camp Gundalow. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for someone passionate about youth development, staff mentorship, and creating a high-quality, engaging program environment.
As a Site Director, you will oversee daily program operations, lead a team of staff, and ensure compliance with YMCA standards and New Hampshire state licensing requirements. This role is ideal for a strong communicator and leader who thrives in a dynamic, youth-focused environment.
This is a 30-hour position located at Camp Gundalow in Greenland, NH.
Shifts: 12-6pm, M-F
Why Join Us?
- Leadership role with opportunities for growth and advancement
- Supportive, mission-driven team environment
- Paid training and professional development opportunities
- Flexible scheduling across school-year and extended-day programs
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate program aligned with YMCA standards and NH licensing
- Oversee daily operations including supervision of youth, attendance, behavior management, and activity implementation
- Foster a positive environment that promotes YMCA core values and character development
- Build and maintain strong relationships with families and school partners
- Supervise and support Group Leaders and Assistant Group Leaders as the on-site leader
- Collaborate with the Program Director to maintain program quality, compliance, and communication
- Plan weekly schedules, curriculum, and activities; manage supplies and site organization
- Ensure accurate documentation and alignment with school policies, YMCA procedures and Childcare Licensing standards
- Support extended programming including vacation camps, snow days, and family engagement events
Qualifications:
- Must meet State of New Hampshire licensing requirements for School Age Childcare Site Director
- CPR/AED and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience in youth development, childcare, or school-age programming required
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead staff and manage a dynamic program environment
Benefits & Perks:
- Free Family YMCA membership
- Paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Opportunities for career advancement within the YMCA
- Up to 50% discount on YMCA programs, childcare, and more
- Paid Time Off (starting at 26 days per year for full-time staff)
- Tuition discounts to some NH and online schools
Lead a program that helps children learn, grow, and thrive—apply today to make a lasting impact in your community!
The Granite YMCA creates a community where all are welcome and builds a healthy spirit, mind and body based on the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. The Y is the unparalleled cause for strengthening community because we are the community. We’ve done it for more than 160 years already, and we’re determined to keep doing it. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to create the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. The Granite YMCA is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected, and secure kids, adults, families, seniors, and communities.
Founded
1854
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Manchester, New Hampshire
The Granite YMCA creates a community where all are welcome and builds a healthy spirit, mind and body based on the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. The Y is the unparalleled cause for strengthening community because we are the community. We’ve done it for more than 160 years already, and we’re determined to keep doing it. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to create the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. The Granite YMCA is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected, and secure kids, adults, families, seniors, and communities.
Founded
1854
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Manchester, New Hampshire