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Our Culture

Our core values unite us as a movement. They are the shared beliefs and essential principles that guide our behavior, interactions with each other and decision-making.

Mission

We are a charitable association dedicated to building a healthy spirit, mind, and body. Part of a world-wide movement, we put Christian principles into practice through programs that promote good health, strong families, youth leadership, community development, and international understanding. YMCAs are open to men, women, and children of all ages, incomes, abilities, races, and religions.

 


 

Job Opportunities

We want you to be a part of our YMCA team!  Apply Now!

As an employee of the Hamilton Area YMCA, discover your passion and make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.  You will engage with people of all ages who possess diverse backgrounds and life experiences.  Reap the reward of personal satisfaction that comes from nurturing the potential of youth and teens, improving people’s health and well-being and strengthening our community.

The Hamilton Area YMCA offers the following employee benefits for part-time staff:

  • Rewarding, inclusive environment where you can make a difference in your community.
  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • FREE Individual Membership
  • FREE nationwide membership with access to over 2,500 YMCA locations across the country.
  • Discount on program fees, preschool, summer camp, and before and after school programs.
  • Paid Sick Time

The Hamilton Area YMCA offers full-time, part-time and seasonal opportunities in a wide variety of areas. Consider joining us in any of the following areas:

  • Before & After School programs at local elementary schools
  • Lifeguards & Swim Instructors
  • Preschool & Pre-k
  • Fitness & Wellness
  • Member Services
  • Programming for individuals with diverse abilities
  • Sports

Employment applications can be found in the downloads section on the right.

Sawmill Branch

PartTime

POSITION PURPOSE

Under direction of Senior Counselor, the Counselor is expected to guide campers throughout the camping experience and assist in planning daily camping activities and programs; ensure safety and well-being of campers; supervise campers and staff to ensure that camper and parent needs and expectations are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Read and be accountable for YMCA, state licensing standards, policies and procedures.
  • Supervise and ensure the safety of each child in your direct care at all times. Adhere to small group/ratio established by DHS.
  • Assist in the supervision and planning of camp activities; ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual. Actively participate in activities to encourage participation.
  • Interpret and maintain safety and health policies and procedures; review and understand your roles and responsibilities in emergency procedures
  • Ensure appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid risk of accidents; maintain awareness of camper well-being
  • Counselors should be able to identify, address, and redirect/correct inappropriate behavior
  • Adhere to policies and procedures when caring for injured campers; report all incidents. Ensure a safe environment.
  • Serve as role model for campers by arriving to camp, meetings and activities at assigned time; displaying good sportsmanship; following YMCA rules and regulations.
  • Assist in maintaining effective communication with parents/guardians regarding camper and camp activities.
  • Participate in staff training, meetings and conferences as required.
  • Ensure quality of camp by noting any problems, safety concerns, or equipment disrepair.
  • Ensure camp and equipment cleanliness.

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 18 years old
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Have experience working with children and at least six months experience working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program.
  • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children.
  • Ability to deal effectively with inappropriate behavior and recognize hazard situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise youth will:
    • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
    • Attend required abuse risk management training.
    • Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
    • Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
    • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  2. Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise youth will:
    • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
    • Attend required abuse risk management training.
    • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
    • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
    • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
    • Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
    • Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and under adult supervision when required, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
  3. Supervisors and administrators will:
    • Follow employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
    • Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
    • Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers.
    • Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.

All Hamilton Area YMCA staff are responsible for the following:

  • Maintaining a clean, well-groomed appearance and keeping in compliance with the Association and Department Dress Code Policy.
  • Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion and commitment to member service and satisfaction, building and maintaining a culture of ensuring excellent Member Experience (MX).
  • A commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

  • Maintaining the safety of all members and staff by identifying and correcting risk situations, and ensuring incident-reporting procedures are followed.
  • Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the facility.

COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION

  • Ensure that children in the care of the Hamilton Area YMCA and participating programming are kept safe from harm.
  • As a Mandated Reporter you are obligated to report ALL suspicions of abuse or neglect to the requisite state agency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

  • Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

  • CPR/AED/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
  • CARI/CHRI
  • Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
  • Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.

Dates: Mondays-Fridays from June 22 – August 28, 2025

Hours: 25-30 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $16.00

Requirements: Must be 18 years of age and high school graduate or equivalent. Must have some experience with youth.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under direction of Senior Counselor, the Junior Counselor is expected to guide campers throughout the camping experience and assist in planning daily camping activities and programs; ensure safety and well-being of campers; supervise campers and staff to ensure that camper and parent needs and expectations are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Read and be accountable for YMCA, state licensing standards, policies and procedures.
  • Supervise and ensure the safety of each child in your direct care at all times. Adhere to small group/ratio established by DHS.
  • Assist in the supervision and planning of camp activities; ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual. Actively participate in activities to encourage participation.
  • Interpret and maintain safety and health policies and procedures; review and understand your roles and responsibilities in emergency procedures
  • Ensure appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid risk of accidents; maintain awareness of camper well-being
  • Counselors should be able to identify, address, and redirect/correct inappropriate behavior
  • Adhere to policies and procedures when caring for injured campers; report all incidents. Ensure a safe environment.
  • Serve as role model for campers by arriving to camp, meetings and activities at assigned time; displaying good sportsmanship; following YMCA rules and regulations.
  • Assist in maintaining effective communication with parents/guardians regarding camper and camp activities.
  • Participate in staff training, meetings and conferences as required.
  • Ensure quality of camp by noting any problems, safety concerns, or equipment disrepair.
  • Ensure camp and equipment cleanliness.

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 16-17 years old
  • In High school
  • Have some type of experience working with children and willing to learn in their role
  • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children.
  • Ability to deal effectively with inappropriate behavior and recognize hazard situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise youth will:
    • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
    • Attend required abuse risk management training.
    • Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
    • Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
    • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  2. Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise youth will:
    • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
    • Attend required abuse risk management training.
    • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
    • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
    • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
    • Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
    • Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and under adult supervision when required, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
  3. Supervisors and administrators will:
    • Follow employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
    • Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
    • Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers.
    • Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.

All Hamilton Area YMCA staff are responsible for the following:

  • Maintaining a clean, well-groomed appearance and keeping in compliance with the Association and Department Dress Code Policy.
  • Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion and commitment to member service and satisfaction, building and maintaining a culture of ensuring excellent Member Experience (MX).
  • A commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

  • Maintaining the safety of all members and staff by identifying and correcting risk situations, and ensuring incident-reporting procedures are followed.
  • Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the facility.

COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION

  • Ensure that children in the care of the Hamilton Area YMCA and participating programming are kept safe from harm.
  • As a Mandated Reporter you are obligated to report ALL suspicions of abuse or neglect to the requisite state agency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

  • Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

  • CPR/AED/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
  • CARI/CHRI
  • Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
  • Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.

Dates: Mondays-Fridays from June 22 – August 28, 2025

Hours: 20-25 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $16.00

Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age and enrolled in high school. Experience working with youth is preferred.

POSITION PURPOSE

Senior Camp Counselor is responsible for the activity planning and personnel to provide a positive camping experience for a group; planning and implementing programs and activities appropriate for a specific group; ensuring safety and well-being of campers; supervising campers and staff to ensure that camper and parent needs and expectations are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Read and be accountable for YMCA, state licensing standards, policies and procedures.
  • Assist in the supervision and planning of camp activities; ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual. Actively participate in activities to encourage participation.
  • Interpret and maintain safety and health policies and procedures; review and understand your roles and responsibilities in emergency procedures
  • Ensure appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid risk of accidents; maintain awareness of camper well-being
  • Counselors should be able to identify, address, and redirect/correct inappropriate behavior
  • Ensure a safe environment by adhering to policies and procedures when caring for injured campers; report all incidents.
  • Serve as role model for campers by arriving to camp, meetings and activities at assigned time; displaying good sportsmanship; following YMCA rules and regulations.
  • Assist in maintaining effective communication with parents/guardians regarding camper and camp activities.
  • Participate in staff training, meetings and conferences as required.
  • Ensure quality of camp by noting any problems, safety concerns, or equipment disrepair.
  • Ensure camp and equipment cleanliness.
  • Develop and implement an activity or program with campers. Plan at least one service project to increase camper awareness of environment, cultural diversity or within a prescribed theme.

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 18 years old
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • One year removed from high school or enrolled in a minimum of 2 years of child development coursework approved by state licensing requirements.
  • Have experience working with children and at least six months experience working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program.
  • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children.
  • Ability to deal effectively with inappropriate behavior and recognize hazard situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise youth will:
    • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
    • Attend required abuse risk management training.
    • Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
    • Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
    • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  2. Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise youth will:
    • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
    • Attend required abuse risk management training.
    • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
    • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
    • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
    • Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
    • Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and under adult supervision when required, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
  3. Supervisors and administrators will:
    • Follow employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
    • Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
    • Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers.
    • Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.

All Hamilton Area YMCA staff are responsible for the following:

  • Maintaining a clean, well-groomed appearance and keeping in compliance with the Association and Department Dress Code Policy.
  • Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion and commitment to member service and satisfaction, building and maintaining a culture of ensuring excellent Member Experience (MX).
  • A commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

  • Maintaining the safety of all members and staff by identifying and correcting risk situations, and ensuring incident-reporting procedures are followed.
  • Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the facility.

COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION

  • Ensure that children in the care of the Hamilton Area YMCA and participating programming are kept safe from harm.
  • As a Mandated Reporter you are obligated to report ALL suspicions of abuse or neglect to the requisite state agency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

  • Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

  • CPR/AED/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
  • CARI/CHRI
  • Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
  • Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.

Dates: Mondays-Fridays from June 22 – August 28, 2026

Hours: 35-40 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $16.50

Requirements: 

  • At least 18 years old
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • One year removed from high school
  • Or enrolled in a minimum of 2 years of child development coursework approved by state licensing requirements.
  • Have experience working with children and at least six months of experience working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program.

The Unit Director is responsible for the activities and personnel while providing a positive camping experience for a group or site; planning and implementing programs and activities appropriate for a specific group or site; ensuring the safety and well-being of campers; supervising campers and staff to ensure that camper and parent needs and expectations are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

  • Read and be accountable for YMCA, state licensing standards, policies and procedures.
  • Supervise to ensure the safety of each child in your direct care at all times. Adhere to small group/ratio established by the state licensing.
  • Plan and oversee the implementation of a variety of camp activities; ensure activities are age appropriate and contribute to the overall growth and development of the campers.
  • Ensure comprehensive and inclusive activities. Actively participate in activities as required to encourage participation. Ensure that all program objectives are met.
  • Monitor and train staff to ensure effective implementation of programs and activities. Ensure staff adherence to all policies and procedures. Coach and train staff in providing a quality camping experience.
  • Build relationships with staff and parents to ensure that expectations for camp and quality are being met. Provide effective communication to parents on camp activities and individual accomplishments.
  • Ensure a safe environment by interpreting and maintaining safety and health policies and procedures; training staff on roles and responsibilities in emergency procedures; ensuring appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid risk of accidents; maintaining awareness of camper physical well-being; conducting safety programs each week; adhering to policies and procedures when caring for injured campers; and reporting all incidents.  
  • Prepare and distribute quality, brand compliant, up to date, written communication with the parent/guardian(s) (example: Family Board maintenance, monthly newsletters, program updates, and announcements).
  • Ensure effective use of all resources, including staff.
  • Actively campaign for the Annual Campaign and work to develop donors and volunteers.
  • Attend conferences and parent nights when necessary.
  • Participate as a member of the staff team and perform any related duties as required.
  • Participate in staff training, meetings and conferences as required.
  • Administer prescribed medicine to campers at appropriate times.
  • Monitoring a sign-in and out procedures to ensure safety of campers.
  • Be able to perform any and all duties of a Senior Counselor when necessary
  • Ensure quality of camp by noting any problems, safety concerns, or equipment disrepair. Ensure camp and equipment cleanliness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise youth will:
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
  • Attend required abuse risk management training.
  • Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
  • Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
  • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  • Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise youth will:
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
  • Attend required abuse risk management training.
  • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
  • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
    •  Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
    •  Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and under adult supervision when required, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
    • Supervisors and administrators will:
  • Follow employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
  • Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
  • Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers.
  • Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.

     

    ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

    • At least 18 years old
    • High school graduate or equivalent
    • College graduate or teaching background
    • Or enrolled in a minimum of 2 years of child development coursework approved by state licensing requirements.
    • Have experience working with children and at least six months experience working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program.
    • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children.
    • Ability to deal effectively with inappropriate behavior and recognize hazard situations.

       

      OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

      All Hamilton Area YMCA staff are responsible for the following:

    • Maintaining a clean, well-groomed appearance and keeping in compliance with the Association and Department Dress Code Policy.
    • Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion and commitment to member service and satisfaction, building and maintaining a culture of ensuring excellent Member Experience.
    • A commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.

       

      COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

    • Maintaining the safety of all members and staff by identifying and correcting risk situations, and ensuring incident-reporting procedures are followed.
    • Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the facility.

       

      COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION

    • Ensure that children in the care of the Hamilton Area YMCA and participating programming are kept safe from harm.
    • As a Mandated Reporter you are obligated to report ALL suspicions of abuse or neglect to the requisite state agency.

       

      PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

      Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

       

      ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

      Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

      Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

    • CPR/AED/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
    • Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
    • CARI/CHRI
    • Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.

OTHER

At the YMCA we value CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY in personal character and behavior and believe that they are essential to attaining our mission

Dates: Mondays-Fridays from June 22 – August 28, 2025

Hours: 40 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $19.00

Requirements: 

  • At least 18 years old
  • College graduate or teaching background or enrolled in a minimum of 2 years of child development coursework approved by state licensing requirements.
  • Have experience working with children and at least 1 year experience working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program. 
  • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children. 
  • Ability to deal effectively with inappropriate behavior and recognize hazard situations.

JKR Branch

PartTime

QUALIFICATIONS
A. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • be a minimum of 16 years of age

B. CERTIFICATIONS

  • Must hold a current CPR-Pro, AED, First Aid, and YMCA/Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification, or obtain within 30 days of hire
  • Must hold O2 certification, or obtain within 30 days of hire.

The Lifeguard role will communicate to members in a professional and courteous manner; oversee safety, cleanliness, and order of the indoor or outdoor pools and surrounding areas; and assist with maintenance and upkeep of pool equipment. 

The Lifeguard role will be trained in and knowledgeable about emergency procedures set forth by the Hamilton Area YMCA, follow all procedures, and record and report all accidents and incidents to the Director. The Lifeguard serves as a role model for part-time aquatics staff and may assist with training other employees.

Candidates must be certified or willing to complete the certification before starting.

**All applicants MUST provide copies of current certifications with their applications. Please upload your certifications along with your resume.**

Hourly rate - starts at $16.00
Various shifts available

Interviews for the 2025/2026 school year will begin on July 7, 2025.

Under the direction and supervision of the Site Supervisor and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the YMCA, the Site Assistant is responsible for assisting the Site Supervisor in the management, supervision, and program planning for a group of children between the ages of 5 to 12 in accordance with the YMCA guidelines and state licensing requirements.  Direct supervision of children is the primary function of this position.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Assists in the planning and implementation of the daily program under the direction of the Site Supervisor.
  1. Assists in the planning and preparation of the creative learning environment, establish centers of interest, and prepare needed materials and supplies.
  1. Supervises individual children or groups of children in accomplishing specific tasks or activities.
  1. Demonstrates the ability to set and maintain limits for children using positive reinforcement.
  1. Treats children with dignity and respect.
  1. Maintains a professional attitude and loyalty to the staff and principles of the YMCA.
  1. Helps with general housekeeping tasks such as cleanup, snacks, and general orderliness of the site both inside and outside (i.e. litter and equipment).
  1. Attends all required staff training.
  1. Maintains accurate timesheets and turn in to the Site Supervisor according to the payroll schedule.
  1. Maintains communication with Site Supervisor, and if necessary, the Director of Off-Site Child Care Services.
  1. Provides assistance to the site supervisor in any other appropriate ways.
  1. Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
  1. Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.
  1. Represents the Hamilton Area YMCA in a manner that conveys professionalism, confidentiality, courtesy, fairness, personal integrity, and respect for others.

 

 Qualifications 

  1. Education and/or Experience
    • Must be at least 16 years of age
    • Must be undergoing professional preparation to be a leader of young children or have experience working with children
  2. Skills and Abilities
    • Must have a warm, friendly, assertive personality and be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others
    • Must be able to relate well to children and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with program goals

     

    REQUIRED COMPETENCIES 

    QUALITY & PRODUCTIVITY
    Provides high quality services, processes and programs while consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes and enhance the organization. Meets or exceeds goals and objectives and consistently engages in productive work effort requiring minimal direction from manager. 

    PROFESSIONALISM 

    Demonstrates self control by maintaining composure in difficult situations; deals calmly and effectively with stressful situations. Projects a professional image of oneself and the organization and demonstrates a positive attitude towards work and the organization.

    ACCOUNTABILITY
    Demonstrates a commitment to the position and accepts responsibility for personal actions. Comes to work on time and ready to work.

    COLLABORATION & TEAMWORK
    Supports a positive team environment in which employees participate, respect and cooperate with each other to achieve desired results. Builds and sustains cooperative working relationships and demonstrates a positive attitude in work assignment and interaction with others.

    COMMUNICATION

     Expresses self in a knowledgeable, coherent, and professional manner. Works to resolve conflict and promotes an open and honest environment for feedback and constructive criticism.

    LEADERSHIP
    Provides direction and motivation and sets an example through open communication and modeling best practices. Provides appropriate advice, on-going feedback, support and resources to improve effectiveness of individuals and departments.

     CUSTOMER FOCUS
    Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of customers.  Consistently acts with customers in mind.  Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Program hours:

Before School
7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

After School
3:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Before School - $17.00 per hour
After School - $16.00 per hour

  • All applicants must be 18 years or older. 
  • Experience working with School Age children preferred

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • Must be a minimum of 16 years of age

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Must hold a current CPR-Pro, AED, First Aid,
  • YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or WSI certifications are preferred

The Y will train interested candidates who meet basic swim requirements if not already certified!

Interested candidates should be enthusiastic and energetic, with strong interpersonal skills. We are looking for candidates who can work a variety of shifts with a variety of ages. 

Using a variety of tools and teaching techniques, swim instructors will work with small groups of students teaching swimming skills, basic water safety, and the YMCA core values.

Swim Instructors need to be proficient swimmers including free, back, breast, and know how to do dolphin kick.  If hired, Swim Instructors will need to complete training before they can start teaching on their own.

Location: JKR 

Hours: Hours vary classes typically run weekday evenings and weekends

Rate: $16-$17 pending experience