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Meadville YMCA Job Opportunities

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The first thing that comes to mind when I am asked “Why do I work for the YMCA” my answer is strengthening the community I live in. My passion is nutrition and food and what better way to connect with the community than to feed them. Sharing food helps everyone connect and I love helping families be healthy. Cooking meals for a community to eat together promotes a sense of belonging and strengthens community ties. It means a lot for me to be a part of that.
Tammy Cowden-Maloney
Tammy Cowden-MaloneyMembership Retention & Food Program Coordinator
I love teach at the YMCA for many reasons.  Most if all, I love the members who attend my classes. Over the years we have developed such wonderful relationships and have helped each other grow in our fitness journeys.
Alanna FryFitness Instructor
I love being an instructor at the YMCA because I love fitness classes. I know it's not everyone's style of working out, but I believe that for a large portion of people, the only way to be successful is to get on a schedule and go to the gym. If you don't make an appointment, it's not going to happen. Imagine that rather than dragging yourself to your basement for another stale workout, you're heading to the YMCA to hang out with people who make you laugh, motivate you, and sweat with you (maybe even swear with you). Now fitness is fun! Something to look forward to! Being a person to help foster that mentality is absolutely one of my favorite things. Group classes changed my whole mindset towards exercise, and I hope I'm doing that for others at an RPM instructor at the YMCA.
Sue KippFitness Instructor
The Meadville Family YMCA is my second home. As a member of the Y I fell in love with group fitness classes.  I was shocked and excited when I was approached about becoming an instructor.  Being and instructor at the Y has built my confidence mentally and physically.  I look at each class I lead as an opportunity to leave a positive mark on someone’s day.  It is an honor guiding members through their fitness journey, being a part of their change and growth.  The family I have built at the Y has helped mold me into the person I am today. The atmosphere we create is one of accountability and inclusion.  I am forever grateful for the relationships I have built through this part-time employment. 
Krysta Simons Fitness Coordinator

Float-Vernon

1. Supervises a group of children.

2. Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.

3. Maintains DHS requirements

4. Maintains Keystone STARS requirements/standards.

5. Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.

6. Attends staff meetings and trainings.

7. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

8. Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models’ relationship-building skills in all interactions.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law, including a federal
fingerprinting background check, and a negative TB test.
2. Must be currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education Program or related field and/or have
obtained a minimum of a CDA from an approved college/university in Early Childhood Education or
related field.
3. At least 18 years of age.
4. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse prevention training and a physical examination from a
physician required within 30 days of hire date.
5. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
6. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate
program activities.
7. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships
with people from different backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
Ability to lift children.
Ability to stand for the entire duration of the scheduled shift

Pay:  Competitive Pay

Schedule: Part-Time

Questions:

[email protected]

Substitute- Vernon & Downtown

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
2. Assists teachers with designing and implementing daily lesson/activity plans.
3. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
4. Actively particpate in daily activities by modeling YMCA values and encouraging conversation and
behaviours of healthy living
5. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
6. Conducts parent conferences, and maintains positive relationships and effective communication
with parents. Engages parents as volunteers.
7. Maintains classroom and equipment.
8. Maintains required classroom records.
9. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
10. Assumes lead teacher roles if lead teacher is unavailable.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law, including a federal
fingerprinting background check, and a negative TB test.
2. Must be currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education Program or related field and/or have
obtained a minimum of a CDA from an approved college/university in Early Childhood Education or
related field.
3. At least 18 years of age.
4. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse prevention training and a physical examination from a
physician required within 30 days of hire date.
5. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
6. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate
program activities.
7. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships
with people from different backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
Ability to lift children.
Ability to stand for the entire duration of the scheduled shift

Pay:  Competitive Pay

Schedule: Part-Time 

Questions:

[email protected]

Preschool or Older Toddler Teacher Vernon

1. Supervises a group of children.

2. Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.

3. Maintains DHS requirements

4. Maintains Keystone STARS requirements/standards.

5. Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.

6. Attends staff meetings and trainings.

7. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

8. Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models’ relationship-building skills in all interactions.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law, including a federal
fingerprinting background check, and a negative TB test.
2. Must be currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education Program or related field and/or have
obtained a minimum of a CDA from an approved college/university in Early Childhood Education or
related field.
3. At least 18 years of age.
4. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse prevention training and a physical examination from a
physician required within 30 days of hire date.
5. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
6. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate
program activities.
7. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships
with people from different backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
Ability to lift children.
Ability to stand for the entire duration of the scheduled shift

Pay:  Competitive Pay

Schedule: Full-Time

Questions:

[email protected]

School Age Staff/Summer Camp Staff

1. Supervises a group of children.

2. Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.

3. Maintains DHS requirements

4. Maintains Keystone STARS requirements/standards.

5. Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.

6. Attends staff meetings and trainings.

7. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

8. Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law, including a federal
fingerprinting background check, and a negative TB test.
2. Must be currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education Program or related field and/or have
obtained a minimum of a CDA from an approved college/university in Early Childhood Education or
related field.
3. At least 18 years of age.
4. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse prevention training and a physical examination from a
physician required within 30 days of hire date.
5. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
6. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate
program activities.
7. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships
with people from different backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
Ability to lift children.
Ability to stand for the entire duration of the scheduled shift

Pay:  Competitive Pay

Schedule: Part-Time/Full-Time 

Questions:

[email protected]

 

Fitness Instructor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

  • Instruct members during wellness program
  • Ensure safety of members at all times
  • Create a welcoming and supportive environment for all members
  • Ensure that you are teaching and providing options to all members of the class
  • Inspect and help maintain the quality of the equipment. Report any equipment issues to the wellness coordinator and branch director.
  • Model behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards members
  • Perform similar and related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Knowledge of the class content and maintains fitness level to teach, willingness to continually
    learning new content
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • Content Certification before hire date & required to track and responsibly for recertification.
  • Obtain Child Abuse and other Clearances as defined in the personnel policy.
  • Some experience teaching wellness classes is preferred.

Pay:  Competitive Pay

Schedule: Part-Time

Questions:

[email protected]

Kitchen Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:
To assist the Food Service Manager and Cook in preparing and serving nutritious meals and in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and dishwashing area.
Assist in the daily operations of the camp food service.
  • Assist in the preparation of food as the menu indicates including washing and peeling.
  • Set up food, supplies, and utensils for dining hall distribution.
  • Store food and leftovers at proper temperature.
  • Assist in routine sanitation of the kitchen and related equipment.
  • Clean and maintain all food-preparation and storage areas.
  • Wash all dishes, serving and preparation equipment, and utensils according to regulated washing methods and temperatures.
  • Reduce waste, reuse items, and recycle as indicated through the camp’s procedures.
  • Assist in the preparation and packaging of food for use outside the camp dining hall.
  • Work with cooks and other staff in reviewing pack out requests to ensure adequate and accurate amounts and variety.
  • Prepare and store pack out food according to camp and health code procedures.
  • Advise staff on equipment or preparation materials needed for identified menu choices.
Qualifications:
  • Must be 16 years of age
  • Desire to work in the food service area.
  • Knowledge of food preparation and serving, storage of food and dishwashing procedures is preferred.

Pay: Competitive Pay

Schedule: Part-Time

7:00am-3:30pm or

9:00am-5:30pm

Questions:

[email protected]

Personal Trainer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

  1. Supports members, participants, or project teams in achieving their goals. Serves as resource for staff in all matters relating to their training expertise. 
  2. Develops appropriate tools necessary to offer quality training; provides feedback to participants and proper instruction in use of support materials.    
  3. Provides a safe caring environment for all participants; enforces all general policies if applicable; completes any necessary reports and forms (e.g., attendance records, certifications). 
  4. Supports departmental initiatives and identifies ways to enhance training experience. 
  5. Ensure the safety of all participants. 
  6. Lead program with enthusiasm and motivate participants. 
  7. Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA. 
  8. Must plan, organize and lead program. 
  9. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members. 
  10. Is responsible for set up and clean-up of own classes. 
  11. Record attendance and maintain progress records. 
  12. Follows YMCA policy and procedures. 
  13. Perform similar and related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS (required):

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Current certification to be an instructor in discipline desired to instruct. Credentialing as required by state law for course to be taught or administered. Proof of certification and/or credentials required.
  • Previous experience providing instructions, training others or other related experience preferred.
  • Basic computer/typing skills and demonstrated ability to utilize standard office software.
  • Ability to use online, web-based technology for course related training documents and for regular communication.
  • Must be available to work a flexible schedule including evening and weekends.
  • CPR/First Aid.
  • Hold Principles of YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning within the first six months of hire.

For more information please contact [email protected]

Part Time Program Coordinator

Essential Functions:

1. Ensures programs and services meet community needs to include supervising existing program activities, establishing new program activities, and expanding the program within the community as needed. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.

2. Recruits and retains members and program participants across multiple dimensions of diversity for successful programming. Onboards and develops them for success.

3. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.

4. Manages the program, including developing and monitoring the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compiling program statistics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program; securing and scheduling the needed facilities; and creating and scheduling the classes, activities or events.

5. Responsible of the day to day operation of program area, including the organization and scheduling of program registration and the compilation of participation statistics.

6. Responsible for promotion and incorporating YMCA core values and scheduling of program area.

7. Responsible for the purchasing of supplies and ordering of services related to program needs following YMCA guidelines.

8. Maintain a consistent, professional image through dress, actions and relationships with others. Speak enthusiastically on behalf of the YMCA at given opportunities.

9. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (required):
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum age of 21

• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

For more information please contact [email protected]

Internship Program

Essential Functions:

Internship responsibilities may vary by department but can include:

  • Program Development & Implementation: Assist in planning, organizing, and facilitating community programs, fitness classes, and youth development initiatives.
  • Member Engagement: Support membership services by providing excellent customer service, promoting YMCA programs, and assisting with outreach efforts.
  • Administrative Support: Work on grant research, marketing materials, event planning, and program evaluation to improve YMCA offerings.
  • Health & Wellness Initiatives: Participate in wellness programs, assist in fitness assessments, and provide guidance to members.
  • Community Outreach: Partner with local organizations, schools, and businesses to expand YMCA impact.

Qualifications

  • Current college or university student pursuing a degree in [relevant fields: Exercise Science, Business, Nonprofit Management, Education, etc.].
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Passion for community service and youth development.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
  • Prior experience in customer service, coaching, or leadership roles is a plus.

For more information please contact [email protected]