Program Director - Youth In Action

Program Director is responsible for researching, planning, developing and implementing organization’s youth programs.

• Train and be a motivating mentor to staff.
• Lead large group discussions to answer questions and remedy complaints.
• Create and nurture effective communication within the organization.
• Build a strong team through open communication and by collaborating on decision-making responsibilities.
• Initiate and set goals for programs based on the organization's strategic objectives.
• Plan programs from start to finish, including identifying processes, deadlines and milestones.
• Develop and approve operations and budgets.
• Maintain excellent record-keeping in the form of participant files, reports, documented coursework, student attendance, etc.

Program Director has a variety of skills and qualifications that allow them to manage their responsibilities effectively, which can include:

• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strategic mindset
• Ability to multitask
• Problem-solving skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated interest, familiarity or direct work experience with the youth of the community.
• Able to communicate with a culturally diverse group.
• Excellent, verifiable work and/or scholastic history with related references.
• Must pass Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System inquiry.

Bachelor’s Degree or extensive training or workplace experience directly related to youth-oriented programs and services.

Candidates must live in the Chicagoland area.