Part-Time Executive Director – ACYCP and CYCCB

Executive Director for Association of Child and Youth Care Practice (ACYCP) and the Child and Youth Care Certification Board (CYCCB)

Part Time Contractual; 20 hours per week; $50 per hour

Job requirements:

1. Create and implement a fundraising plan that will bring in adequate funds to stabilize ACYCP and CYCCB operations and fully fund the Executive Director position.  This could include: 1) submitting proposals to foundations and funders; 2) writing grants in collaboration with partners and client organizations; 3) expanding donations.
2. Attend monthly ACYCP and CYCCB Executive Committee and Board meetings and work with the Board President /Executive Committee to develop and implement plans to expand /improve ACYCP and CYCCB services and operations.
3. Attend and report at board meetings; help set agendas, offer executive insight, and support board committees
4. Expand programs that generate revenue with professional organization partners such as:  1) National Partnership for Juvenile Services (NPJS); 2.) Indiana Youth Institute (IYI) 3) Association of Children’s Residential Centers (ACRC); 4) Wisconsin Association of Child and Youth Care Professionals (WACYCP); 5) Child and Youth Care Association of Newfoundland Labrador (CYCANFL); 6) Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care (OACYC); 7) National After School Association (NAA); 8) National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC); Indiana After School Network (IAN); 9) Alaska After School Network (AASN); 9)  National Safe Place Network (NSPN); and 10) Indiana Youth Services Association (IYSA).
5. Collaborate with the Board of Directors to implement the strategic plan and organizational goals.
6. Ensure alignment of programs and activities with ACYCP’s and CYCCB’s mission and values (e.g., ethics, professional development, equity).
7. Develop member benefits (e.g., webinars, professional resources, networking events).
8. Maintain digital records, data management systems, and compliance documentation (e.g., non-profit status reporting).
9. Meet regularly with the CYCCB Office Administrator to become conversant with CYCCB operations, policies, practices, etc. Provide supervision to the office staff in collaboration with the Office Administrator.  Develop recommendations for improvements to the CYCCB certification program for Board approval.
10. Meet with major users of CYCCB services to explore opportunities to expand testing and certification; write informational and marketing articles for publication describing certification benefits and accomplishments; attend conferences and meetings to connect CYCCB to important efforts, organizations, and resources
11. Build donor relationships or engage with supporters during fundraising campaigns.
12. Manage or assist with the annual budget (in partnership with Treasurer or Finance Committee).
13. Help shape the voice of the organization across platforms—web, social media, and professional networks
14. Advocate for the field of Child & Youth Care through statements, blogs, or partnerships.
15. Represent ACYCP and CYCCB in public-facing events, panels, or coalitions.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume with credentials to:

Jody Rhodes, ACYCP Board President
acycpinfo@gmail.com

Email questions to: acycpinfo@gmail.com

Applications accepted through Friday, Nov 14th, 2025