Y Learning Center Program Director

Farmington Family YMCA, 28100 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

FIND A CAREER THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring for Y Learning Center Program Director

YMCA Employee Benefits

• FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
• Flexible Scheduling
• Family-friendly Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

General Function

The Y Learning Center Program Director is responsible for the direct oversight of assigned Y Learning Center sites located in Detroit. TheY Learning Center Program Director position will focus on providing high quality programs that meet all requirements of the State of Michigan Child Care Licensing as well as all YMCA guidelines and best practices.

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is required. These fields include Education, Physical Education, Child Development, Child Guidance/Counseling, Child Psychology, Family Studies, Social Work, Human Services or Youth Development.
• Two years of experience working in a recreational, educational or childcare setting.
• Experience in administration, including personnel management, budget development and control, supervision, curriculum and program planning is required.
• Prior supervisory or management experience.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Paid Time Off and
  10 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Flexible Spending Account

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages, directs and supervises assigned before & after school Y Learning Center sites. Ensures that all sites are staffed appropriately and are operated according to licensing requirements.
• Manages before and after care for Day Camp programs.
• Works with Executive Director of After school to implement curriculum content that ensures programs are operated with the highest quality possible.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
  
  Develops, manages and controls budgets related to the position. Ensures Y Learning Center programs operate within budget and that program fees are collected.
• Works closely with branch leadership staff and school personnel to develop strong relationships and partnerships within the community.
• Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed.
• Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment.
• Develops and maintains relationships with state licensing agency, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Build and maintain relationships with parents and children in programs
• Performs other assigned duties as directed by Supervisor

Abilities & Skills

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in all physical activities
• Ability to sit and stand from a seated position on the floor when interacting with children.
• Capability to be outside participating for up to thirty minutes a day, year round.

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (
ymcadetroit.org/careers ).

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (“YMCA”) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race,…