Job DetailsJob Location: Keshet @Solomon Schechter Day School - Northbrook, IL 60062Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Up to 50% Job Shift: DayJob Category: ManagementSUPERVISOR: Chief Program Officer
JOB STATUS: Full Time / Salary / Exempt
SCHEDULE: Sunday – Thursday / Flexible on-call; Evenings and Weekends Vary
LOCATION: Keshet Camp Locations / Keshet Day School Office / Keshet Recreation Programs
HIGHLIGHTS:
As the Director of Recreation at Keshet, you would be responsible for the strategic leadership, growth, and operational oversight of all recreation and camp programs at Keshet.
Reporting to the Chief Program Officer, the Director will lead program staff in the coordination and administration of high-quality and inclusive programming.
You will oversee partnerships with community organizations and camps, and serves as a primary community ambassador for Keshet’s recreational and camping initiatives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Leadership & Management
Plan the delivery of the overall program and its activities in accordance with the mission and the goals of Keshet
Develop new initiatives to support the strategic direction of the organization
Develop and implement long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcomes of the programs
Work with CFO to develop an annual budget and operating plan to support the program
Develop a program evaluation framework to assess the strengths of the program and to identify areas for improvement
Ensure growth and sustainability for camp and recreation programming
Organize the program
Ensure that program activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organization
Ensure that program activities comply with all relevant legislation, accreditations (NIP), and professional standards
Develop goals and metrics to determine programs success and sustainability
Lead the program
Ensure all staff members receive orientation and appropriate training in accordance with organizational standards
Supervise program staff by providing direction, input and feedback
Communicate with team members and other pertinent members to gain community support for the program and to solicit input to improve the program
Liaise with other Program Directors to ensure effective and efficient program delivery
Coordinate the delivery of services among different program activities to increase effectiveness and efficiency
QualificationsABOUT YOU!
Minimum of five years professional experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Has had previous Director experience
Undergraduate degree required in a related service; Master's Degree preferred
Knowledge of special recreational programming
Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent public speaking skills.
Adhere to Keshet policies and procedures outlined in the policy manual, Employee Handbook, and other employee policies.
Must have a valid driver's license and a criminal and motor vehicle record that meets company standards.
Possess passion, humility, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and ability to self-direct.
Program development experience
Fiscal planning experience
Keshet offers a robust Employee Benefit Program which includes:
Affordable healthcare plans
Dental
Vision
Short-term and long-term disability
Life insurance
401k plan with employer matching contributions
Holiday Pay
Paid Sick Time
PTO
Tuition reimbursement
ABOUT KESHET
Keshet is a one-of-a-kind organization that brings classroom experiences, camps, sports, residential, social, and vocational activities for 600 people with disabilities each year. From the very start, Keshet has grown alongside our participants, creating a community of belonging where people of all abilities learn, play, work, live, and grow together.
Today, Keshet continues to flourish, with over 75 programs in the Chicago and Wisconsin area, four residential homes, 200 dedicated staff and lay leaders, dozens of community and corporate partners, and thousands of engaged donors around the world. Nurtured by respect, creativity, tenacity and unconditional love, Keshet makes a powerful difference in the lives of each child and adult with disabilities, their families, the community and beyond.