Part-Time Child Care Staff – Summer Camp Program
YMCA of Centre County | State College Branch

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of people in your community. At the YMCA of Centre County, we’re more than a workplace—we’re a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We offer meaningful work, opportunities to grow, and the chance to make a lasting difference.

The State College Branch is currently accepting applications for part-time Child Care Staff to support our Summer Camp Program, Monday through Friday. Staff members play a vital role in ensuring the safety, well-being, and positive development of the children in our care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge and understanding of PA Department of Public Welfare (DPW) regulations

• Supervise children at all times and remain physically present with assigned groups

• Create engaging, inclusive activities that reflect individual interests, abilities, and learning styles

• Assist with the development and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and camp programming

• Actively participate in games, activities, and special programs, including outdoor activities and swimming

• Communicate daily with parents as needed

• Use positive behavior guidance techniques such as redirection, positive reinforcement, and proactive guidance

• Complete required administrative paperwork (meal counts, attendance, incident reports, supply requests, etc.)

Qualifications

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

• High school diploma plus 30 college credits in an education or human services field

• High school diploma plus 600 or more hours of secondary training

• High school diploma, 15 college credits in an education or human services field, and one year of experience working with children

• High school diploma and two years of experience working with children

Pay & Benefits

• $13.00 – $14.50 per hour, based on experience

• 403(b) retirement program

• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs

• Free YMCA membership with access to all four YMCA of Centre County facilities

• Opportunities for professional development

Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Morgan Hurd at [email protected]

The Y is a great place to work, gain experience in your field of interest, meet new people, and strengthen your community. Apply today and join our team—and our cause.

YMCA of Centre County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of people in YOUR community. As a non-profit organization committed to strengthening our community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, YMCA of Centre County offers more than just a job: we offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference.

Our State College YMCA has immediate openings for part-time Fitness Center Staff to fill a variety of shifts throughout the week. Available shifts include Saturdays from 1:00 PM - 6:15 PM, Mondays from 4:00 PM - 9:15 PM, and Fridays from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide instructions for how to use fitness equipment while maintaining high safety standards.
• Identify unsafe techniques, correct participants, and suggest alternative exercises.
• Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the fitness facility and the equipment within it.
• Keep the Wellness Director informed of any incidents or problems that may have occurred within the fitness center.
• Enthusiastically greet members and convey a positive attitude. Develop relationships with members.

Qualifications

• Education in a health and wellness field OR a personal training certification is required.
• Strong communication skills along with the ability to motivate and encourage a diverse population.

Salary/Benefits

• $11.00 per hour for fitness center staff; $18 per hour when personal training
• 403(b) retirement program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.

Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Emily Conkey at [email protected]. 

The Y is a great place to work, gain experience in your field of interest, meet new friends, and strengthen your community. Apply today to join our team and our cause! YMCA of Centre County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for a full-time Head Lifeguard to be responsible for upholding safety rules, Y policies, accident prevention, and emergency response at YMCA pools. This includes instructing swim lessons and supervising other lifeguard staff.

Primary Responsibilities

• Head Lifeguard:
• Supervise lifeguard staff during shift times, including opening and closing procedures.
• Perform cleaning duties as assigned.
• Test the pool daily to ensure a safe swimming environment; add chemicals to maintain proper chemistry. Advise the Aquatics Director of any issues.
• Maintain orderly logbooks in accordance with PA Health Codes. Abide by the PA State Bather’s Code when cleaning up during water contamination incidents.
• Supervise swimmers and patrons within the aquatic facility.
• Take actions necessary to prevent injury to patrons and self.
• Respond and perform lifesaving actions and emergency first aid when needed.
• Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules; know the reasons behind every rule and convey those reasons in a positive manner to patrons who ask questions.
• Complete incident reports as needed. Report any problems with patrons or other staff to the Aquatics Director.
• Swim Instructor:
• Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging swimmers to meet course objectives.
• Create lesson plans including activities that fall within swim lesson program guidelines.
• Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules and regulations with an extra emphasis on safety.
• Take attendance using the class roster.
• Communicate with parents about their child’s progress.

Qualifications

• At a minimum, a high school level education is required.
• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain a certification.
• Previous experience as a lifeguard.
• Previous experience teaching swim lessons.

Salary/Benefits

• $14.00 per hour base rate.
• $18 per hour for group lessons.
• $25 per hour for private lessons.
• 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.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Generous paid time-off package and paid holidays.

How To Apply

• Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Ray Carroll at [email protected]. 

The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Swim Lesson Instructors to be responsible for teaching swim lessons utilizing the Y USA Swim Lesson Program and YMCA of Centre County approved lesson plans. Staff are needed to fill shifts Monday - Thursday from 5:00 PM - 6:45 PM and Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Primary Responsibilities

• Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging swimmers to meet course objective. Maintain a positive rapport with parents and other patrons.
• Follow lesson plans and create drills and activities within swim lesson program guidelines.
• Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules and regulations with extra emphasis on safety. Teach age-appropriate rules in a positive manner to lesson participants. Report problems or concerns to the Program Director.
• Take attendance using the class roster. Those not on the roster must register at the front desk.
• Private Swim Instructors should verify payment for private lessons by viewing a receipt from the client prior to teaching the lesson. Once the lesson is complete, instructors should log it and keep track of those paid at the front desk. Under no circumstances should an instructor directly accept money from a client for the services given.
• Complete skills sheets after each class and store in YMCA binder.
• Communicate with parents about their child’s progress.
• Assist with keeping the pool area clean and complete other duties within the pool area as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Prior experience teaching swim lessons preferred.
• Prior swimming experience necessary.

Salary/Benefits

• Starting at $18 per hour.
• Additional opportunities for teaching private lessons at a higher rate will become available at a later opportunity, per the Assistant Aquatics Director.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• For those interested in teaching adapted swim lessons, to work individually with children possessing special needs, disabilities, sensory issues, or otherwise, opportunities to shadow an experienced instructor will be available for Friday evenings between 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.

How To Apply

Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Ray Carroll at [email protected]

The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Lifeguards to be responsible for upholding safety rules, YMCA policies, accident prevention, and emergency response at our indoor pools. Staff are needed to fill shifts on weekdays from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Weekend shifts are also available.

Primary Responsibilities

• Remain physically and mentally alert, taking a proactive approach to searching for distressed swimmers and hazards.
• Successfully communicate with youth and adults to enforce pool rules and schedules.
• Remain calm, respond effectively, and give clear directions in an emergency situation.
• Maintain safety of pool environment by removing hazards that could lead to injury in or around the pool deck and halting any dangerous behavior displayed by patrons.
• Responsible for helping clean the pool facility, including vacuuming the pool and other duties as assigned.
• Remain physically capable of completing the prerequisite swim test as specified by the American Red Cross to ensure ability to respond in an emergency situation.

Qualifications

• At a minimum, some high school level education is required.
• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain a certification.

Salary/Benefits

• $13.00 per hour.
• Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
• Reimbursement of lifeguard certification cost if completed at the Y and for the purpose of serving as a YMCA of Centre County lifeguard.
• 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 Ray Carroll at [email protected].