Full Time / Exempt

Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000 pending experience

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan, Employee Discount

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors, preferred
• Experience in budget developing and monitoring
• 2 years work experience in a director/ departmental lead role

Position Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the YMCA, the Director of School Age Child Care is responsible for oversight and direct supervision of the School Age Child Care Program to assure safe nurturing and enrichment programs within our BASE program in accordance with the philosophy and mission of the Hamilton Area YMCA as well as state and local licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Assistant Directors of School Age Care Team to assure a safe environment for children by conducting regular facility audits, reporting/resolving potential hazards immediately.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development overall curriculum plan for School Age Care Programs.
• Implements methods of effectively using Assistant Directors, coordinators, supervisors, site assistants to create an efficient and resourceful work environment.
• Assists in the overall planning and supervision of special events for School Age Child Care programs
• Works with Assistant Directors of School Age Care Team to conduct regular visits to all school age programs minimally 2 times per month. Utilizes Microsoft Form to document visit and assessment of visit.
• Works with Assistant Directors of School Age Care Team and Director of Recruitment and Staff Development to develop strategies on recruitment, hiring, training, and retaining quality childcare staff.
• Plan and run staff training for all childcare staff.
• Assess and collaborate with appropriate staff to respond to all risk management issues. Complete all incident reports within 24 hours.
• Maintain administrative detail of all related programs and issues of program logistics and scheduling. Responsible for completion of paperwork such as schedules, inventories, lesson plans, participant and staff evaluations, and participant surveys.
• Maintain accurate statistics on childcare programs.
• Works with appropriate staff to assist in assuring payments and reconciliations are accurate.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Works with Marketing to conduct appropriate marketing strategies as needed to promote or educate parents on the general community about childcare programs, child safety and/or to meet enrollment objectives as established in the approved budget.
• Respond to parent, participant, and staff needs in a timely and professional manner.
• Participate in annual fundraising and special events.
• Attends all staff meetings, in-service trainings and professional development programs as needed and as directed.
• Effectively communicates information to all program staff members and parents of enrolled children
• Works with Director of Camp and Youth Development to form and regularly cultivate a childcare age parent committee
• Comply with all NJ State Licensing standards.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• 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.
• Represents the Hamilton Area YMCA in a manner that conveys professionalism, confidentiality, courtesy, fairness, personal integrity, and respect for others.

Under the direction of the Director of Wellness Programs and Youth Development and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the YMCA, the Gymnastics Instructor is responsible for creating and following lesson plans for instructional sports and gymnastics for an eight week session. The Gymnastics Instructor must be able to engage the class members in gymnastics activities and educate them in rules of the sport(s), while providing a safe and fun learning environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Conducts safe and fun gymnastics instructional programs, appropriate for the group age level and in line with YMCA standards.
   

2. Always alert, friendly, and responsive to participants, parents, and co-workers.
   

3. Arrives for class 15 minutes early for set-up and preparation. Makes sure equipment is safely returned to proper storage at the end of the class.
   

4. Takes attendance of all participants and submits to Director of Wellness Programs and Youth Development on a weekly basis.
   

5. Stays with participants until parents pick them up, or if parents direct, escort young children to babysitting.  Never leaves children unattended.
   

6. Upholds YMCA principles and help instill the virtues of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in all participants.
   

7. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.
   

8. Attends monthly staff meetings as required.
   

9. Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
   
   
10. 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.
    
    
11. Represents the Hamilton Area YMCA in a manner that conveys professionalism, confidentiality, courtesy, fairness, personal integrity, and respect for others.

Qualifications 

Education and/or Experience

• Must be able to adhere to the YMCA youth sports goals and objectives
• General knowledge gymnastics
  

Skills and Abilities

• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Ability to communicate with participants, parents, and YMCA staff members

Certifications

• Updated CPR certification

Hours

Saturdays 8:45 - 11:15 a.m.

The hourly rate is $16.00 per hour.

Must have gymnastics experience.

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 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.

Rate: $22/hour

Hours directly related to personal training will depend on your recruitment style and drive.

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.
   

2. Assists in the planning and preparation of the creative learning environment, establish centers of interest, and prepare needed materials and supplies.
   

3. Supervises individual children or groups of children in accomplishing specific tasks or activities.
   

4. Demonstrates the ability to set and maintain limits for children using positive reinforcement.
   

5. Treats children with dignity and respect.
   

6. Maintains a professional attitude and loyalty to the staff and principles of the YMCA.
   

7. Helps with general housekeeping tasks such as cleanup, snacks, and general orderliness of the site both inside and outside (i.e. litter and equipment).
   

8. Attends all required staff training.
   

9. Maintains accurate timesheets and turn in to the Site Supervisor according to the payroll schedule.
   

10. Maintains communication with Site Supervisor, and if necessary, the Director of Off-Site Child Care Services.
    

11. Provides assistance to the site supervisor in any other appropriate ways.
    

12. Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
    

13. 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.
    

14. 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