Top 9 Youth director Jobs in Cary Il

Site Director
Boys and Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs —Carpentersville, IL
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Director of Children's & Youth Ministries - Barrington United Methodist Church
Christian Career —Barrington, IL
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Program Site Director
NORTHBROOK PARK DISTRICT —Northbrook, IL
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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ECC Site Director
Palatine Park District —Palatine, IL
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Spanish
- English
- Experience working with children
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Director of Youth Ministry
The United Methodist Church —Wheaton, IL
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Senior level
Older Adults Program Director
Outreach —Carol Stream, IL
- $68,000 - $72,000 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Clean driving record
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Director of Youth Ministry
Gary United Methodist Church —Wheaton, IL
- $40,000 - $44,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Experience working with children
- Flexible schedule
- Retirement plan
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Site Director

Boys and Girls Clubs of The Northwest Suburbs
Carpentersville, IL

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Community relationship building

Full Job Description

Description:

Now Hiring: Site Directors!

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs
Site Placement: Carpentersville School Location
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 9am - 6pm

Make an Impact. Inspire Growth. Lead With Purpose.

Are you a confident leader who thrives in a fast-paced, youth-centered environment? Do you love building strong teams, creating engaging programs, and making a real difference for kids and families?

The Boys & Girls Club of the Northwest Suburbs is seeking a Site Director for our After-School Enrichment programs, to lead daily operations, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality programming for our club members. We’re currently hiring a Site Director for an elementary school location.

This is more than a management role, it’s a chance to shape culture, empower staff, and create safe, enriching spaces where kids can thrive while shaping young lives, mentoring staff, strengthening families, and creating a difference in our community.

If you’re someone who thrives in a meaningful, fun, mission-driven environment, this is the role for YOU!

As a Site Director, you’ll oversee all aspects of site operations while modeling professionalism, positivity, and purpose.

Leadership & Professionalism

Lead by example with professionalism, punctuality, and enthusiasm
Foster a fun, inclusive, and respectful environment for staff and youth
Represent and uphold the mission and values of BGCNWS at all times

Staff Training & Development

Train, coach, and support staff in BGCNWS mission, values, and expectations
Ensure health, safety, and emergency preparedness standards are consistently met
Guide staff in behavior management, communication, and professionalism
Provide ongoing training to strengthen staff skills and program quality

Program Execution & Curriculum

Oversee high-quality curriculum implementation that supports youth development
Ensure staff are planning engaging daily and weekly lessons
Track participation, curriculum effectiveness, and supply needs

Family, School & Community Engagement

Build positive relationships with parents, guardians, and school partners
Support staff in effective communication, including challenging conversations
Meet monthly with school leadership to review goals, progress, and improvements

Operations & Administration

Manage staff time tracking and meet payroll deadlines
Maintain accurate membership and staff records (MyClubHub and site binders)
Collaborate with your Supervisor to ensure proper staffing coverage
Oversee site budgets, supplies, and documentation
Implement performance improvement plans and conduct staff evaluations
Maintain thorough incident and program documentation

Mentorship & Accountability

Mentor and support your team while holding them accountable
Conduct performance reviews and set clear, actionable goals
Step in when needed

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, build an incredible team, and create life-changing experiences for kids, apply today and help us build great futures, one site at a time.

What You’ll Do

Lead & Inspire

Create a welcoming, inclusive Club environment that encourages participation and confidence
Supervise youth during activities, offering guidance, instruction, and positive feedback
Support youth in making healthy choices socially, emotionally, academically, and personally

Help Our Youth Thrive

Promote participation and engagement
Provide guidance, support, and consistent expectations
Foster a fun, structured environment where all members can grow and succeed

Keep Things Running Smoothly

Maintain clean, safe, and well-organized program spaces
Track daily attendance, participation, and complete required documentation (incident or behavior reports)
Ensure facilities, equipment, and supplies are safe and well-maintained

Why You’ll Love This Role

You get to create, lead, coach, and inspire
Every day is different (and never boring!)
You’ll join a passionate, supportive, mission-driven team
You’ll make a real impact on kids, families, and your community
You’ll be exposed to opportunities for growth
You’ll create generational change with the youth we serve

Requirements:

To meet the objectives and behavior expectations as described in the employee handbook our team is committed to the following operational values:

Innovative & Adaptable: Embracing change and creativity.
Resourceful: Finding solutions and staying informed.
Coachable: Being open to feedback and growth.
Accountable: Taking responsibility and building trust.

Skills & Competencies

While some competencies are implied in the responsibilities, it would be helpful to explicitly state skills such as:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage and engage groups of children effectively
Conflict resolution and behavioral management skills
Ability to plan and lead activities independently
Bilingual preferred

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This is important to set expectations for the role, such as:

Ability to stand for long periods, engage in physical activities, and lift objects up to 10 lbs
Working indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions
Need for reliable transportation between different site placements

All BGCNWS staff are required to pass a background check, have a HS diploma or GED, and 18+ years old.

Benefits:

Healthcare
Vision/Dental
Generous PTO
Paid Holidays
401k
Short-term/Long-term
Life Insurance

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Site Director

Director of Children's & Youth Ministries - Barrington United Methodist Church

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Director of Youth Ministry

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