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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.

JKR Branch

PartTime

The Cycle Instructor is responsible for planning and leading safe, effective, and fun indoor cycling classes. This individual will create an inclusive environment that supports YMCA values while motivating members to achieve their personal health and wellness goals.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead engaging and results-driven group cycling classes
  • Design safe, effective, and well-structured workouts for all fitness levels
  • Provide clear cueing, coaching, and motivational support
  • Monitor participants for proper form and safety
  • Arrive prepared with music and class plan
  • Build positive relationships with members
  • Promote YMCA programs and encourage member retention
  • Maintain equipment cleanliness and report maintenance needs

Qualifications:

  • Nationally recognized Group Exercise Cycling certification 
  • CPR/AED and First Aid certification 
  • Previous group fitness instruction experience preferred
  • Strong communication and motivational skills
  • Ability to create an inclusive and welcoming class environment

Schedule: Substitute with potential to add a scheduled class in upcoming sessions

Hourly Rate: $27.00

Position Summary

The Personal Trainer will be responsible for creating customized fitness programs for clients based on their individual health needs and fitness goals. They will guide and motivate clients through workouts, monitor progress, and ensure a safe and positive fitness experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Engage and educate members about the benefits of exercise
  • Schedule appointments to develop structured programs based on the health history, interests, goals and needs of the member
  • Develop, implement, and instruct a variety of personal training sessions
  • Build relationships to maintain a steady growth of member participation and increase member retention level
  • Establish support to help members meet their goals
  • Ability to work the wellness floor to find potential clients
  • Provide Wellness Department Orientations to new members, if needed
  • Identify and correct lifting techniques
  • Create client specific fitness programming
  • Motivate and support clients to reach their fitness goals.
  • Recruit new members or retain current members for on-going training packages
  • There is also opportunity to enhance career education by attaining certifications in wellness programs and instruct them as needed

Qualifications / Requirements

  • HS Diploma or equivalent
  • Must be certified through an accredited personal training certification.
  • CPR/First Aid Certification Required
  • Motivated and energetic mindset
  • Willing to be on your feet for a few hours
  • Enjoys interacting with people

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.

 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

 

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. ACCOUNTABILITY

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

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. CUSTOMER FOCUS

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

  • Must be available weekday evenings 
  • Hourly rate = $25.00
  • Must be certified through an accredited personal training certification

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