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Lifeguard
Job description The lifeguard is responsible for creating a safe environment for aquatics participants and serving as First Responder in emergency situations. Requirements: Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff, and volunteers at assigned program areas by adhering to YMCA Lifeguarding and association lifeguard standards. Communicate health and safety rules and regulations to participants, parents, and volunteers. Serve as First Responder in emergency situations. Ensure program facility and equipment is ready for use and deemed safe. Administer swim tests to participants according to association guidelines. Maintains records of pool chemical readings and follows appropriate procedures. Monitors pool usage and follows established procedures regarding ratios. Completes incident and accident reports as required. Performs routine maintenance of the pool and surrounding areas, to ensure safety and cleanliness. Attends and participates in in-service sessions within association standards. Follow established procedures to ensure positive relationships with program partners. Red Cross Lifeguarding certification is required within 90 days. Qualifications: Must be over the age of 15 Successful applicants will demonstrate excellent customer service, communication, and organizational skills. Must be able to hear noises and distress signals, remain alert while observing areas of responsibility act swiftly, and respond to emergencies. Schedule Requirements: We have a variety of part-time day shifts available. All hours working will be spent actively lifeguard/leading lifeguard team. Approximate hours per week are 10-40 hours.
Child Care Director
Job description Under the direction of the CEO, the Y Childcare Center Director is responsible for the effective operation of all elements of the Y Childcare Center program. Responsibility includes but is not limited to program operation, program development and growth, participant satisfaction, retention & safety, collaborations, and staff supervision. They are accountable for delivering exceptional programs and service to YMCA members and participants. They are vital member of YMCA leadership staff and a highly visible representative of the YMCA mission, and core values and are accountable for knowing and properly executing all YMCA policies and procedures. 1. Bachelor of arts or science degree in Early Childhood Education, related field or Elementary Education with an Early Childhood emphasis and an ability to earn at least a Step 8 on the Oregon Registry Online. 2. Minimum of 3 years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency. 3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn other software programs. 4. Minimum age 21. 5. Ability to direct department operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of budget, marketing and public relations, and program development. 6. Have working knowledge of Oregon state child care licensing regulations, policies, and procedures. 7. Ability to respond to critical incidents and to act swiftly in emergency situations. 8. Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include; CPR and First Aid for Children, Infants and Adults and Praesidium child abuse training. Food Handler’s Card, Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse, CBR Background Check, Prevention is Better than Treatment, and Introduction to Child Care Health and Safety. Essential Functions: · Contributes to the overall Y mission of strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. · Interact professionally with other employees, members, program participants, volunteers, and the community, always modeling the YMCA’s voice and core values. · Develop, coordinate, market and evaluate all program offerings and services. · Perform quality work within given deadlines and expectations with or without direct supervision. · Lead the hiring, training, and supervision of staff within department. · Utilize established policies and procedures to ensure quality onboarding prior to first shift. · Manage staff according to the department’s budget. Any overtime must be pre-approved by supervisor. · Organize and conduct department staff meetings as needed. Continually communicate with and inform staff about YMCA programs and current issues. · Define department targets and evaluate performance around achieving goals while motivating staff. · Implement the Association’s risk management program to ensure safe facilities and programs for members, volunteers, and staff. · Ensure emergency preparedness through the regular execution of emergency drills and department assessment. · Ensure that all staff maintain required certifications and are aware of the expiration dates of their current certifications. · Monitor purchase and maintain necessary equipment through scheduled and preventative maintenance. · Develop and manage annual department budget. Submit monthly variance reports and accurate budget forecasts. Ensure programs operate within budget and established standards. Continuously display effective and efficient fiscal management. · Attend, actively participate, and assist in all required staff training, meetings, and program development activities. · Support the strategic direction of the Association and appropriate committees and workgroups. · Perform office work as needed such as filing, copying, record keeping, and payroll completion. Ensure that all necessary paperwork and forms are accurately completed. · Develop and maintain relationships with key partners, and other collaborative organizations and agencies related to portfolio. Respond to all participant and community inquiries in a timely manner. · Develop committed relationships. Share knowledge of programs, events and resources with members and participants throughout the facility and within the community when representing the YMCA. · Responsible for other duties as assigned. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 16 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
Front Desk/ Kid Zone
Job description POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the guidance and supervision of the Membership Director or CEO, the Welcome Center Lead is responsible for promoting a positive, professional and welcoming atmosphere by providing excellent customer service and exemplifying our Y values, and managing the Welcome Center Staff. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. At least 18 years of age. 2. Child Abuse Prevention training to be completed within 30 days of the hire date. 3. Alarm/Emergency Procedures training within 90 hours of hire and annually thereafter. 4. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 90 days of hire. 5. Previous customer service, sales or related experience. 6. Basic knowledge of computers. 7.Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills. 8. Have cash handling skills and the ability to reconcile shift transactions. 9. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All Welcome Center employees are expected to fulfill the following functions: 1. Perform and provide excellent customer service skills by exceeding member expectations. Consistently greet every person who enters the Y (by name, if known) and recognize all members and guests when they leave. 2. Register for membership and/or programs by inputting date in the computer, collecting the proper payment and verifying the accuracy of information on Y forms. 3. Be knowledgeable about all Y programs and sell them effectively. This includes being familiar with all current program information, upcoming events and other special activities. If information is not available, be responsible for obtaining the correct information, updating front desk resources and providing information to members. 4. Assist in controlling access to the facility. 5. Engage in active listening with members and program participants in order to build relationships, understand individual’s goals and interests and take the initiative to ensure the members has a positive experience. Responding to member’s needs may require contacting appropriate personnel when necessary. 6. Effectively negotiate and resolve customer/member service problems. Use appropriate forms to communicate concerns or praise. Inform supervisor of unusual situations or unresolved issues. 7. Keep all other shifts and staff updated on any information and communication necessary to do their jobs efficiently and effectively. 8. Provide member/potential member facility tours as needed, sharing the Y mission, in an accurate and courteous manner. 9. Assist in maintaining a clean lobby area. 10. Other tasks as assigned by the Membership Director. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $13.50 - $16.00 per hour Benefits: Paid time off Experience: Customer service: 2 years (Required) Microsoft Powerpoint: 1 year (Preferred) Microsoft Word: 1 year (Preferred) Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person
CAREERS AT THE Y
Child Care Director
Job description Under the direction of the CEO, the Y Childcare Center Director is responsible for the effective operation of all elements of the Y Childcare Center program. Responsibility includes but is not limited to program operation, program development and growth, participant satisfaction, retention & safety, collaborations, and staff supervision. They are accountable for delivering exceptional programs and service to YMCA members and participants. They are vital member of YMCA leadership staff and a highly visible representative of the YMCA mission, and core values and are accountable for knowing and properly executing all YMCA policies and procedures. 1. Bachelor of arts or science degree in Early Childhood Education, related field or Elementary Education with an Early Childhood emphasis and an ability to earn at least a Step 8 on the Oregon Registry Online. 2. Minimum of 3 years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency. 3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn other software programs. 4. Minimum age 21. 5. Ability to direct department operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of budget, marketing and public relations, and program development. 6. Have working knowledge of Oregon state child care licensing regulations, policies, and procedures. 7. Ability to respond to critical incidents and to act swiftly in emergency situations. 8. Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include; CPR and First Aid for Children, Infants and Adults and Praesidium child abuse training. Food Handler’s Card, Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse, CBR Background Check, Prevention is Better than Treatment, and Introduction to Child Care Health and Safety. Essential Functions: · Contributes to the overall Y mission of strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. · Interact professionally with other employees, members, program participants, volunteers, and the community, always modeling the YMCA’s voice and core values. · Develop, coordinate, market and evaluate all program offerings and services. · Perform quality work within given deadlines and expectations with or without direct supervision. · Lead the hiring, training, and supervision of staff within department. · Utilize established policies and procedures to ensure quality onboarding prior to first shift. · Manage staff according to the department’s budget. Any overtime must be pre-approved by supervisor. · Organize and conduct department staff meetings as needed. Continually communicate with and inform staff about YMCA programs and current issues. · Define department targets and evaluate performance around achieving goals while motivating staff. · Implement the Association’s risk management program to ensure safe facilities and programs for members, volunteers, and staff. · Ensure emergency preparedness through the regular execution of emergency drills and department assessment. · Ensure that all staff maintain required certifications and are aware of the expiration dates of their current certifications. · Monitor purchase and maintain necessary equipment through scheduled and preventative maintenance. · Develop and manage annual department budget. Submit monthly variance reports and accurate budget forecasts. Ensure programs operate within budget and established standards. Continuously display effective and efficient fiscal management. · Attend, actively participate, and assist in all required staff training, meetings, and program development activities. · Support the strategic direction of the Association and appropriate committees and workgroups. · Perform office work as needed such as filing, copying, record keeping, and payroll completion. Ensure that all necessary paperwork and forms are accurately completed. · Develop and maintain relationships with key partners, and other collaborative organizations and agencies related to portfolio. Respond to all participant and community inquiries in a timely manner. · Develop committed relationships. Share knowledge of programs, events and resources with members and participants throughout the facility and within the community when representing the YMCA. · Responsible for other duties as assigned. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 16 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
Front Desk/ Kid Zone
Job description POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the guidance and supervision of the Membership Director or CEO, the Welcome Center Lead is responsible for promoting a positive, professional and welcoming atmosphere by providing excellent customer service and exemplifying our Y values, and managing the Welcome Center Staff. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. At least 18 years of age. 2. Child Abuse Prevention training to be completed within 30 days of the hire date. 3. Alarm/Emergency Procedures training within 90 hours of hire and annually thereafter. 4. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 90 days of hire. 5. Previous customer service, sales or related experience. 6. Basic knowledge of computers. 7.Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills. 8. Have cash handling skills and the ability to reconcile shift transactions. 9. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All Welcome Center employees are expected to fulfill the following functions: 1. Perform and provide excellent customer service skills by exceeding member expectations. Consistently greet every person who enters the Y (by name, if known) and recognize all members and guests when they leave. 2. Register for membership and/or programs by inputting date in the computer, collecting the proper payment and verifying the accuracy of information on Y forms. 3. Be knowledgeable about all Y programs and sell them effectively. This includes being familiar with all current program information, upcoming events and other special activities. If information is not available, be responsible for obtaining the correct information, updating front desk resources and providing information to members. 4. Assist in controlling access to the facility. 5. Engage in active listening with members and program participants in order to build relationships, understand individual’s goals and interests and take the initiative to ensure the members has a positive experience. Responding to member’s needs may require contacting appropriate personnel when necessary. 6. Effectively negotiate and resolve customer/member service problems. Use appropriate forms to communicate concerns or praise. Inform supervisor of unusual situations or unresolved issues. 7. Keep all other shifts and staff updated on any information and communication necessary to do their jobs efficiently and effectively. 8. Provide member/potential member facility tours as needed, sharing the Y mission, in an accurate and courteous manner. 9. Assist in maintaining a clean lobby area. 10. Other tasks as assigned by the Membership Director. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $13.50 - $16.00 per hour Benefits: Paid time off Experience: Customer service: 2 years (Required) Microsoft Powerpoint: 1 year (Preferred) Microsoft Word: 1 year (Preferred) Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person
