Peer Partner Director

• Location 44 Gough Street,San Francisco, CA, 94103,United States
• Base Pay $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Director, Budget Management, Peer Partner
• Employee Type Salaried - Full Time
• Required Degree Masters
• Manage Others Yes

Careers by Empowering Futures, Building Communities

Imagine going to work each day knowing that your efforts positively impact individuals and communities. As a global movement and the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA of Greater San Francisco offers more than just a job—we offer a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in your community.

At the Y, you can uncover your passion and build a lifelong career addressing some of the nation's most pressing social issues.

Our Organizational Culture

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we are committed to demonstrating values that aim to building strong communities where you can Be, Belong and Become. With Truth & Courage, we strive to understand and act on individual and societal truths. We ensure a safe and inclusive environment with Authenticity & Accessibility, allowing everyone to participate according to their needs. Our approach is Dependable & Creative, as we respond to community needs through strong partnerships.

Above all, we embody Dignity & Empathy, treating everyone with respect and compassion, and recognizing the inherent dignity in all individuals.

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field with 2+ years of community-based experience, OR bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Supervisory experience with staff development and training.
• Experience in program development, case management, and/or community-based services.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of conflict resolution, de-escalation, and human service systems.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and communities.
• Experience collaborating with nonprofits, public agencies, schools, parents, and stakeholders.
• Commitment to confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, and mandated reporting.
• Flexibility to attend occasional evening/weekend events and travel as needed.

• Bi-lingual skills in Spanish, Samoan or Cantonese
• Experience with the child welfare system or juvenile probation department

Urban Services YMCA, the social services branch of the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, has provided free programs and services to youth and families in San Francisco for over 20 years.

The Peer Partner Director, reporting to the Associate Executive Director, manages a program that supports caregivers engaged with Family and Children’s Services (FCS) and families connected to the Juvenile Probation Department (JPD). The role oversees program operations, compliance, reporting, and continuous quality improvement, while supervising five Peer Partner Case Managers and one administrative assistant.

• Promote and market the program to strengthen visibility and trust with community members, partners, and the public.
• Cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners.
• Ensure programming and outreach efforts reflect and celebrate the cultural diversity of children and families served.

• Maintain and enhance a referral system that connects families with supportive services and resources.
• Grow neighborhood and community-based support groups that reflect the strengths and needs of participating…