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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

FullTime

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of School Age Care and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the YMCA, the Assistant Director of School Age Care is responsible for providing guidance, assistance, and training to Site Supervisors in the overall management, supervision, and program planning of the Before and After School Programs, in accordance with YMCA guidelines and state licensing requirements. In addition, they may be asked to help keep the preschool within the ratio.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Works with Site Supervisors in the overall management, supervision and daily operation of the Before and After School Programs. Maintains daily staffing ensuring appropriate staff to child ratios at each site.

2. Will work with the Director of Recruitment and Staff Development to identify what positions are needed to be filled, assist in the interview process, onboard the staff, and place at a site.

3. Works with Director and Site Supervisors to plan, supervise, and implement curricula as outlined in the YMCA School-Age Care Curriculum, with an emphasis on SEL programing

4. Works with Director and Site Supervisors introducing new initiatives to add value to the program as opportunities become available.

5. Provides direction and guidance to School Age Staff, assists in staff training, and provides verbal feedback of their performance.

6. Develops staff implementing strategies that build teamwork and encourage professional development.

7. Demonstrates the ability to set and maintain limits for children using positive reinforcement and model for staff.

8. Maintains effective communication with parents of children in the Before and After School Programs. Keeps the Director informed. Schedules and attends parent conferences as needed.

9. Visits each assigned school minimally once per week resolving any potential hazards immediately

10. Maintains effective communication with Elementary School Administration.

11. Oversees Supervisors responsibility for the maintenance of equipment and supplies, and cleanup of work and play areas.

12. Ensures that there is a nutritional snack and beverage available for all children on a daily basis. Reviews shopping receipts ensuring the sites operate within the approved fiscal budget.

13. Assists Supervisors with maintaining the general orderliness of the sites both inside and outside.

14. Works with Program Office Manager on a regular basis to obtain current program rosters, Child Care Connection vouchers and monthly tuition receipts.

15. Works in harmony and cooperation with all appropriate staff, volunteers, and members of the YMCA.

16. Attends all required staff meetings.

17. Has the ability to evaluate the program/staff. Implements program surveys, staff surveys and reviews to improve the program.

18. Ensures the staff complete 20 hours of continuing staff development each year in the following areas: Child Growth and Development, Positive Guidance and Discipline and Health and Safety.

19. Models and teaches the character development values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

20. Ensures that each Site Supervisor maintains time clock accuracy on a daily basis and transmits payroll according to the payroll schedule.

21. Adheres to YMCA dress code for professional staff and maintain School Age Care uniform dress code for Site Supervisors and Site Assistants.

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

23. 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.

24. 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

  • High school diploma required; College Degree preferred
  • At least six (6) hours of training in childcare and at least three (3) hours in Child Program Management
  • Four (4) years Supervisor experience in Child Care

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification required

SALARY

  • $45,000

PartTime

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.
  1. Always alert, friendly, and responsive to participants, parents, and co-workers.
  1. 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.
  1. Takes attendance of all participants and submits to Director of Wellness Programs and Youth Development on a weekly basis.
  1. Stays with participants until parents pick them up, or if parents direct, escort young children to babysitting.  Never leaves children unattended.
  1. Upholds YMCA principles and help instill the virtues of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in all participants.
  1. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.
  1. Attends monthly staff meetings as required.
  1. Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.

  2. 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.

  3. 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

Mondays 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesdays 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.

The hourly rate is $16.00+ per hour.

Must have gymnastics experience.

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.

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