Career Opportunities

Status: P/T (17.5 hours per week)                                                                
Department: Family Services
Posting Date: 07/30/2021

General Function: Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, in harmony with the Christian values and purpose of this Association and in accordance with the policies of the Association, The After School Counselor will be directly responsible and accountable for the development and supervision of the following areas: the children, their activities, building a sense of community, homework, and the appropriate mannerisms while in contact with the children.

Know How: The After School Counselor must demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission of the YMCA. He/She must set the example for others to follow. Good communication skills (written and verbal) are essential, along with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with people as part of a team. This position requires good organizational skills, strong human relation skills, responsibility to adhere to required deadlines, good understanding of business procedures, ability to adapt to a changing environment, and knowledge of the YMCA operational procedures and programs. Must be able to sell the programs and services of the YMCA, a working knowledge of operating computers, dress professionally to fit the task, friendly, and exhibit good health habits. The ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with staff, volunteers, members, and guests is essential.

Principal Activities:

• Work closely with the Program Director to develop the needs of the After School Program.
• Provide positive leadership to groups up to 12 children based on YMCA
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Maintain discipline within group.
• Follow YMCA emergency procedures in case of accidents.
• Remain with participants at all times.
• Help participants with homework or other assignments.
• Report to work when schools have 1⁄2 day or no school.
• Work in cooperation with all other staff.
• Report to Direct Supervisor if you are going to be tardy or absent, in a timely manner.
• Plan and implement approved activities.
• Maintain equipment, keep facility and grounds clean and neat.
• Main reports
• Follow established procedures and guidelines.
• Follow and implement YMCA mission statement which is “To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all”.
• Assist Program Director to develop in the process of developing grants, contracted services, volunteerism, collaborative efforts, and new programs and links to services to promote overall YMCA initiatives.
• Attend meetings when requested.
• Participate in fundraising events.
• Participate in delivery of services to members to ensure excellence.
• Create a positive environment where everyone feels welcome, encourage and motivate others to become more involved in the YMCA.

Accountability: The After School Counselor will report directly to the Associate Family Services Director.

Position Requirements: Currently in high school or already a graduate of high school. Experience with children preferred.

Physical Requirements: Standing for long periods of time per shift, lifting, and carrying up to 100 lbs., bending, stooping, time outdoors, must be able to perform physical duties of position of which you supervise.

Status: P/T (17.5 - 25 hours per week)                                                                 
Department: Family Services
Posting Date: 07/30/2021

General Function: Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, in harmony with the Christian values and purpose of this Association and in accordance with the policies of the Association, The After School Counselor will be directly responsible and accountable for the development and supervision of the following areas: the children, their activities, building a sense of community, homework, and the appropriate mannerisms while in contact with the children.

Know How: The Afterschool Site Director must demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission of the YMCA. He/She must set the example for others to follow. Good communication skills (written and verbal) are essential, along with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with people as part of a team. This position requires good organizational skills, strong human relation skills, good understanding of business procedures, ability to adapt to a changing environment, and knowledge of the YMCA operational procedures and programs. Must be able to sell the programs and services of the YMCA, dress professionally to fit the task, friendly, and exhibit good health habits. The ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with staff, volunteers, members and guests is essential.

Principal Activities:

• Work closely with the Youth and Family Services Director to develop the staffing needs of the assigned site.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with the school staff, such as the principal, maintenance staff and teachers
• Keep accurate attendance through sign in and out sheets.
• Develop a warm, welcoming environment for the students in the program.
• Supervise and direct the counselors at the site.
• Develop a weekly schedule that works for the site you have been assigned. This schedule must include a variety of activities, both structured and unstructured, as well as time for snack and homework.
• Meet weekly with the Youth and Family Services Director to discuss the site.
• Meet monthly with all the site directors to share concerns and exchange ideas.
• Hold monthly meetings for the staff under your supervision
• Build positive relationships with the parents in the program.
• Be well informed of the programs and services at the YMCA and able to share that information with the parents in the program.
• Keep inventory of the supplies at the site and relay needs to the Youth and Family Services Director in a timely manner.

Accountability: The Afterschool Site Director will report directly to the Associate Family Services Director.

Position Requirements: Currently in high school or already a graduate of high school. Experience with children preferred.

Physical Requirements: Standing for long periods of time per shift, lifting, and carrying up to 100 lbs., bending, stooping, time outdoors, must be able to perform physical duties of position of which you supervise.

Reports To: Aquatics & Competitive Swimming Director
FLSA Classification: Hourly
Status: Full-Time
Date Updated: 07/06/2021

Position Summary:
The Aquatics Safety Coordinator, under the direction of the Aquatics and Competitive Swimming Director, will assist the Aquatics Department in maintaining a safe, pleasant and enjoyable aquatics area for our members and staff.  Tasks include but are not limited to working closely with the Aquatic Director to develop the Lifeguard Staff, assist with program coordination, and special events held by the aquatics department.  The position also ensures that aquatics is aligned with the Y’s cause and meets the needs of our members and the community.

Supervisory Responsibility: Lifeguards and volunteers within the Aquatics department

Cause-Driven Leadership® Competencies
Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides staff & volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Directs and supervises program activities to meet YMCA objectives. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.
Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships within the community. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support. 
Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress. Effectively creates and manages budgets.
Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. Upholds guidelines as outlined in the Full-time Personnel Policy of the TWIN RIVERS
YMCA.

Qualifications:

•  Must be at least 18 years of age.
•  Current Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
•  Current Lifeguard Instructor certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
•  Previous experience overseeing lifeguards is preferred.
•  Certified Pool Operator required within six months of hire.

Essential Functions:

•  Work closely with the Aquatic Director to develop the Lifeguard Staff, assist with program coordination, and special events held by the aquatics department.
•  Direct supervision of lifeguards, and assisting with In-Service trainings.
•  Maintain pools & pool areas within regulations.
•  Lifeguard as needed & instruct Lifeguard classes as required.
•  Assist the Aquatic Director with aquatic staff retention/motivation/team work/training/recruitment/evaluations.
•  Assist with handling customer questions, complaints, etc. in a professional manner.
•  Be available for opening & closing of pools as needed.
•  Assist Aquatic Director in the process of developing volunteerism, collaborative efforts, and new programs and links to services to promote overall YMCA initiatives.
•  Attend meetings when requested.
•  Participate in delivery of services to members to ensure excellence.
•  Create a positive environment where everyone feels welcome, and encourage and motivate others to become more involved in the YMCA.
•  Other supervisory duties as assigned.

Hire Range: $13.50-15.50 per hour

Reports To: Aquatics Director
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
Status: Part-Time (19 hours/week or less)
Date Updated: 5/27/2021

Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Director in harmony with the Christian values and purpose of this Association and in accordance with the policies of the Association, the Lifeguard will be directly responsible and accountable for the
management and safety and quality of the delivery of Aquatic programs and services.

Essential Functions:

•  Oversees safety and quality of aquatic programs and services.
•  Displays excellent verbal and written communications skills with members, guests, staff and volunteers.
•  Maintain constant surveillance of pools and deck areas.
•  Enforce aquatic rules and know emergency procedures.
•  Assists in creating a positive, welcoming environment for members, guests and staff to achieve the YMCA mission.
•  Provides daily status report of activity to Aquatics Director and/or Aquatic Coordinator.
•  Maintain order in pool areas insuring members and guests follow all YMCA rules.
•  Maintain clean and orderly aquatics areas and equipment.
•  Documents, and communicates to appropriate staff, deficiencies in YMCA building and equipment.
•  Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
•  Maintain pools & pool areas within good practice guidelines & regulations.
•  Handle customer questions, complaints, etc. in a professional manner.
•  Rotate opening & closing of pools with guard team.
•  Other duties as assigned.
•  Attend meetings when requested.
•  Participate in delivery of services to members to ensure excellence.

Education and Experience Requirements:

•  Current Lifeguard certification
•  At least 15 years of age

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•  Work closely and have good communication with the Aquatics Director and/or Aquatic Coordinator.
•  Set a positive example for subordinate staff to follow in work ethic, communication skills, attitude, resourcefulness, and professionalism.
•  Computer literacy including proficiency of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and the ability to learn and effectively use other YMCA specific software.
•  Demonstrated excellence interpersonal and customer service/relations skills including verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a wide variety of people including YMCA personnel, public, and volunteers.
•  Demonstrates the Y core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility through all daily activities and responsibilities.
•  Must demonstrate strong attention to detail.
•  Solid organizational skills to coordinate multiple responsibilities efficiently with the ability to meet required deadlines.
•  Must be able to maintain appropriate confidentially of sensitive financial, personal, and member information.

Physical Requirements:

•  Must be able to lift, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
•  Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend, twist.
•  While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to practice good listening skills, and speak clearly.
•  Work outside in varying weather conditions.
•  Proficient swimming ability as required to maintain certification.

Hire Range:
$10.00-13.50 per hour

Reports To: Aquatics Coordinator
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
Status: Part-Time (19 hours/week or less)
Date Updated: 7/8/2021

Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator in harmony with the Christian values and purpose of this Association and in accordance with the policies of the Association, the Slide Attendant will be directly responsible and accountable for the management and safe usage of the two outdoor pool slides.

Essential Functions:

•  Oversees safe usage of the slides.
•  Displays excellent verbal communication skills with members, guests, staff and volunteers.
•  Enforce safe usage rules that apply to the slides.
•  Assists in creating a positive, welcoming environment for members, guests and staff to achieve the YMCA mission.
•  Maintain order in the slide area ensuring members and guests follow all YMCA side rules.
•  Maintain clean and orderly slide equipment.
•  Documents, and communicates to appropriate staff, deficiencies in YMCA building and equipment.
•  Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
•  Handle customer questions, complaints, etc. in a professional manner.
•  Other duties as assigned.
•  Attend meetings when requested.
•  Participate in delivery of services to members to ensure excellence.

Education and Experience Requirements:

•  Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
•  At least 14 years of age with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•  Work closely and have good communication with the Aquatics Director and/or Aquatic Coordinator.
•  Set a positive example for fellow staff to follow in work ethic, communication skills, attitude, resourcefulness, and professionalism.
•  Demonstrated excellence interpersonal and customer service/relations skills including verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a wide variety of people including YMCA personnel, public, and volunteers.
•  Demonstrates the Y core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility through all daily activities and responsibilities.
•  Must demonstrate strong attention to detail.

Physical Requirements:
 Must be able to lift, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs.
 Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend, twist.
 While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to practice good listening skills, and speak clearly.
 Work outside in varying weather conditions.
 Proficient swimming ability is recommended.

Hire Range:
$7.25/hr. - $8.00/hr.