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YMCA of Centre County’s Moshannon Valley Branch is accepting applications for Youth Program Instructors to be responsible for the operation of designated youth activities and programs through established objectives and other association-wide policies.
Primary Responsibilities
- Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging participants to meet course objectives.
- Take actions necessary to prevent injury to participants and self.
- Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules and regulations. Teach age-appropriate rules in a positive manner to class participants.
- Encourage proper conduct of participants and parents; report problems or concerns to the Branch Director.
- Keep program areas neat – after class, put equipment into the proper storage areas and pick up any trash left behind.
- Communicate children’s progress with their parents and be available to discuss their child’s abilities.
- Take attendance using the class roster – those not on the roster must register at the front desk.
- Ensure proper use of program equipment.
Qualifications
- Genuine willingness to work with youth.
- Education or experience in related field based on the sport, activity, or program being offered.
- Ability to cooperate and work with YMCA staff to provide a quality program.
Salary/Benefits
- $10.00 per hour.
- Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA employee membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Mel Curtis at [email protected].
Our Moshannon Valley Branch is currently accepting applications for a full-time, non-exempt Sports and Wellness Director to be responsible for overseeing all youth and wellness programs, including supervision of the fitness center and weight room and other programs as deemed necessary.
The Sports and Wellness Director may work varying hours each week with the occasional need for weekend or evening work due to special events/programs or direct service responsibilities.
Primary Responsibilities
- Direct, supervise, and develop programs, special events, and activities to meet the needs of and maintain relationships within the community.
- Work with the Marketing and Communications Director to market and distribute program information.
- Develop and monitor budgets for the youth and wellness departments.
- Approve staff timecards on a bi-weekly basis for payroll and create schedules for youth and wellness staff.
- Supervise the year-round competitive youth basketball league and the AAU volleyball league, which includes securing facilities and officials as well as distribution of schedules, rules, and guidelines.
- Oversee other youth programs, group land exercise programs, and personal training programs.
- Coordinate use of the facility for program activities or events.
- Hire and train staff and volunteers to work in the youth and wellness departments. Evaluate staff on an annual basis.
- Contribute to overall growth and retention of Y members, placing the needs of members as a key priority at all times.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Previous professional working experience in a related field (youth or fitness programming).
- At a minimum, must possess the YMCA Trainer and YMCA Group Exercise certifications OR an NSCA or ACSM certification.
Salary/Benefits
- $16.82 to $19.82 per hour.
- 403(b) retirement program.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
- Employer paid group health insurance.
- Generous paid time-off package and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development.
Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Liz Chapman at [email protected] The deadline to apply is May 27, 2022.
The Moshannon Valley YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Member Service Representatives who will be responsible for ensuring that all interactions with Y members, potential members, guests, and staff within the Y is done so in a warm, friendly, and efficient manner. Staff are needed to fill a variety of shifts throughout the week.
Primary Responsibilities
- Remain attentive and aware to greet everyone that enters the facility.
- Preserve the security and maintain the cleanliness of the front desk/reception area.
- Process memberships, guest passes, and other program sales utilizing the DAXKO Operations system.
- Keep proper reconciliation and close-out of shift transactions, including balancing the cash drawer at the desk area.
- · Answer the telephone in a polite and courteous manner.
- Provide tours and information about Y facilities and programming to prospective members.
- Study and be aware of all written materials published by the Y, including the Member Handbook, brochures, flyers, etc. and be prepared to communicate information to the general public.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Proficient computer skills including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, and web-based operating systems.
Salary/Benefits
- $10.00 per hour with opportunities for increases.
- 403b Retirement Program.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
How To Apply
- Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Mel Curtis at [email protected].
The Moshannon Valley YMCA is currently accepting applications for a part-time Piano Instructor to lead and coordinate individual or group music lessons for youth and adults. Instructors will schedule lessons on a weekly basis during days/times that suit participants.
Primary Responsibilities
- Plan and lead music lessons.
- Set up and monitor class equipment, ensuring it is in serviceable condition.
- Track progress and maintain participant files as needed.
- Distribute appropriate information to participants and answer questions after each session; follow-up communication as required.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Extensive knowledge of the musical instrument that lessons are being provided for.
- Ability to teach and instruct participants using appropriate music-related teaching methods – prior experience giving lessons is helpful.
Salary/Benefits
- $20.00 per hour.
- 403(b) retirement program.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
How To Apply
- Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Mel Curtis at [email protected].
The Moshannon Valley YMCA is currently accepting applications for a part-time Drum Instructor to lead and coordinate individual or group music lessons for youth and adults. Instructors will schedule lessons on a weekly basis during days/times that suit participants.
Primary Responsibilities
- Plan and lead music lessons.
- Set up and monitor class equipment, ensuring it is in serviceable condition.
- Track progress and maintain participant files as needed.
- Distribute appropriate information to participants and answer questions after each session; follow-up communication as required.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Extensive knowledge of the musical instrument that lessons are being provided for.
- Ability to teach and instruct participants using appropriate music-related teaching methods – prior experience giving lessons is helpful.
Salary/Benefits
- $20.00 per hour.
- 403(b) retirement program.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
How To Apply
- Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Mel Curtis at [email protected].
Our Moshannon Valley Branch is currently accepting applications for part-time Child Care Staff to fill shifts in the Summer Camp Program. Staff will be responsible for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in our programs as well as providing an environment rich in activities and experiences to promote the development of each child.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of PA Department of Human Services (DHS) regulations.
- Supervise all children and be physically present with the group of children in your care.
- When engaging children in activities, consider the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, special talents, individual style, and pace of learning.
- Assist with the development and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Interact and participate in games, activities, and special programs with children in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
- Assist in daily communication with parents.
- Utilize positive disciplinary methods including, but not limited to, redirection, positive reinforcement, proactive guidance, and if needed, appropriate time outs.
- Assist with the completion of any necessary administrative paperwork (i.e. meal counts, attendance, incident reports, supply requests, etc.)
Qualifications (should meet ONE of these criteria)
- High school diploma and 30 credits in an education or human services field.
- High school diploma and 600 or more hours of secondary training.
- High school diploma, 15 credit hours in an education or human service field, and 1 year of experience working with children.
- High school diploma and 2 years of experience working with children.
Salary/Benefits
- $10.00 to $11.15 per hour depending on level of education and experience with opportunities for increases.
- 403(b) retirement program.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
- Opportunities for professional development.
How to Apply
Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Mandi Bush at [email protected]
Our Moshannon Valley Branch is currently accepting applications for part-time Child Care Staff to fill shifts in the After School Program between the hours of 2:30 PM and 6:00 PM on weekdays. Staff will be responsible for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in our programs as well as providing an environment rich in activities and experiences to promote the development of each child.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of PA Department of Human Services (DHS) regulations.
- Supervise all children and be physically present with the group of children in your care.
- When engaging children in activities, consider the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, special talents, individual style, and pace of learning.
- Assist with the development and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Interact and participate in games, activities, and special programs with children in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
- Assist in daily communication with parents.
- Utilize positive disciplinary methods including, but not limited to, redirection, positive reinforcement, proactive guidance, and if needed, appropriate time outs.
- Assist with the completion of any necessary administrative paperwork (i.e. meal counts, attendance, incident reports, supply requests, etc.)
Qualifications (should meet ONE of these criteria)
- High school diploma and 30 credits in an education or human services field.
- High school diploma and 600 or more hours of secondary training.
- High school diploma, 15 credit hours in an education or human service field, and 1 year of experience working with children.
- High school diploma and 2 years of experience working with children.
Salary/Benefits
- $10.00 to $11.15 per hour depending on level of education and experience with opportunities for increases.
- 403(b) retirement program.
- Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
- FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
- Opportunities for professional development.
How to Apply
Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Mandi Bush at [email protected]
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the YMCA to comply with all existing statutes, regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, as they relate to all employees and applicants for employment. The YMCA is committed to:
- Ensuring that recruiting, hiring and training for all job classifications are done without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law.
- Ensuring that promotion decisions further the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity.
- Analyzing personnel actions periodically to promote Equal Employment Opportunity.
Liz Chapman
[email protected]
814-355-5551
