Community Health Director (Grant) for Obesity Awareness Program YMCA of DE na YMCA of Delaware

Our Priorities:

• Ensure that the young people are on a pathway to success
• Improve individual and community health
• Uniting Communities' and inspiring service to others.  

Benefits & Perks:

• Full benefits package including Dental, Vision & Health Insurance
• PTO vacation (starting at two weeks) ,12 paid holidays, and sick leave
• Free Nationwide Y Membership for your Household 
• 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
• Learning and development workshops 
• Career advancement opportunities  
• Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Salary: $50,000 – $60,000 per year. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

Essential Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Strategy
• Design and execute a comprehensive obesity awareness strategy aligned to grant goals.
• Stand up and manage community hub to deliver education, screenings/referrals, and navigation.
• Develop annual/quarterly work plans and sustainability strategies.

Training, Curriculum & Quality
• Develop/adapt culturally responsive training curricula on obesity awareness and healthy behaviors.
• Facilitate train-the-trainer sessions for coordinators and partner staff.
• Implement quality assurance and continuous improvement cycles.

Staffing & Supervision
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and performance-manage part-time coordinators and volunteers.
• Provide coaching, weekly check-ins, and field support.
• Manage timesheets, mileage, and compliance documentation.

Partnerships & Referral Network
• Create community engagement committee
• Establish MOUs and operating rhythms with CBOs, faith-based partners, and healthcare systems.
• Build referral relationships with providers across Delaware.
• Coordinate joint events, co-branding, and data protocols as permitted.

Operations, Budget & Compliance
• Oversee hub schedules, outreach calendars, supplies, and safety protocols.
• Manage the program budget, reconcile spend, and forecast needs.
• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements.

Data, Evaluation & Reporting
• Implement standardized data collection across hub.
• Maintain accurate, timely records in approved systems.
• Produce monthly dashboards and narrative reports for funders.

Communications & Community Engagement
• Develop outreach materials and messaging tailored to Delaware communities.
• Represent the organization at coalitions, health fairs, and partner meetings.
• Share success stories to build trust and visibility.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of progressive work experience in a health and wellness environment
• Strong data literacy and grant reporting skills.
• Valid driver’s license: statewide travel and some evening/weekend work required

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-lingual
• 3 years leading community health or chronic disease prevention programs.
• Proven success building partnerships with CBOs, faith-based organizations, and healthcare providers
• Excellent facilitation and training skills
• Experience with obesity, nutrition, behavioral change, and SDOH programming.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, referral platforms, and closed-loop referral systems.
• Prior grant management and budget oversight experience

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer.  The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.  In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit,  hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.   Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.