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Needed: Member Service Staff, Lifeguards, Summer Counselors, Bus Drivers, Preschool Teachers, Afterschool Counselors
Current Open Jobs
Director of Early Childhood Development
Branch: East Family YMCA
Deadline: April 14
Salary: $28,000 – $32,000
Job Description
Under the direction of the Associate Executive Director, the Director of Early Childhood Development will have responsibility for the day to day operation and management of the center including supervision of the planning and implementing of the daily activities for approximately 50 children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, supervision of staff, and responsibility for maintaining of the center.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain records on all staff, including substitutes and volunteers
- Maintain Documentation of in-service training
- Undated/additional medical information
- Maintain a written report of any misconduct or dereliction of duty
- Written documentation of updated CPR & First-Aid Certificate from the American Red Cross
- Within one month of employment, written and signed verification stating that each staff person has read the Minimum Standards
- Criminal History Background Information on file
- Hiring and Firing of staff
- Responsible for keeping sign-in-and sign-out sheets up to date each month in each room
- Posting current lesson plans and menu for meals each month
- Keeping a record of fire drills and the recent fire inspection report
- Have an open communication and conference with parents when requested
- Inform parents with a letter, when a contagious disease in the center has been reported
- Ensure blue slips and a record of immunization is current and in each child’s file
- Keep children and staff files up-to-date according to the minimum standards for daycare centers
- Complete daily attendance records for family guidance and submit to the family guidance center on the first of each month
- Assume full authority and responsible for meeting and maintaining the Minimum standards
- Evaluating teachers job performance
- Responsible for the budget for pre-school
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in childcare development or Early Childhood Education and at least six (6) months of working experience as a child care worker/teacher or as a director/program director in a licensed day care center or a department approved setting preferred
- Must have at least 20 clock hours of training in administration and management and at least 4 clock hours of training in quality child care
- Knowledge Microsoft Office Suites preferred
- CPR, First Aid, Bloodborne pathogens required with 30 days of employment
In addition, the center director shall meet at least one of the following training categories: - One hundred twenty (120) clock hours of training in child care; and at least twelve months of working experience as a child care worker/teacher or as a director/program director in a licensed day care center or a department approved setting. Training in child care include at least twenty (20) clock hours in each of these areas:
- Child development
- Health, safety, and universal precautions; Quality child care and licensing
- The child care professional and the family; Language development
- Positive discipline and guidance or
- A child development associate credential (CDA) or (CCP) from the National Child Care Association Inc.
To Apply:
Submit resume and six references to Mona Martin at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Office Manager
Branch: Emory Folmar Soccer Complex
Deadline: April 12
Salary: $8.00 – $10.00
Job Description
The Office Manager is responsible for assisting visitors to the center; provide information, collect fees, and monitors the orderly operation of the center. Also serves as CCS Streaks Registrar. This position must be able to work some non-traditional hours.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists and greet customers and program participants upon entering the facility
- Answers telephone; answers a variety of questions regarding programs and center operation, etc
- Takes registrations for programs offered and for facility and field reservations; completes proper forms, collects fees, issues receipts; adds registrant to appropriate roster. Checks in class participants
- Opens and closes control desk operations including lights, computer, copier, register, materials, supplies, and fiscal records
- Ensures that the center rules, safety standards, and sanitation requirements are followed. Assists in implementation of emergency action plan at the facility
- Maintains a variety of automated and manual records on facility usage; enters data into computer; prepares and submits automated and manual reports on program registration and other duties as required
- Prepare documentation and file for DHR license; make sure branch comply with DHR regulations
- Opens and closes center as necessary. Ensures that building is empty and secured when closing at night
- Completes shift closeouts and deposits
- Responsible for staff payroll and wasp system entries
- Serves as the Capital City Streaks Registrar
- Attend in-service workshops and staff meetings
- Sets up meeting rooms and audiovisual equipment as necessary
- Must be able to work flexible hours including some weekends
- Assist staff with all facility events
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or two to three years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
- Knowledge Microsoft Office Suites
- Knowledge of Daxko preferred
- CPR, First Aid, Bloodborne pathogens required with 30 days of employment
To Apply:
Submit resume and six references to Mona Martin at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Recreational Sports Director
Branch: Emory Folmar Soccer Complex
Deadline: April 12
Salary: $29,000- $33,000
Job Description
The Recreational Sports Director is responsible for organizing and implementing all recreational youth and mini-soccer programs for the YMCA of Greater Montgomery. This position will be responsible for the overall member program experience. The ideal candidate will be expected to recommend and execute strategies for player retention and recruitment, as well as manage team formation, game scheduling and recreational coach development. The incumbent will be required to spend extended hours traveling throughout the city to schools, churches and youth groups to market our programs. The incumbent will also demonstrate leadership, show enthusiasm, work efficiently while paying attention to detail and display a positive and professional attitude at all times. The Director will be responsible for the overall member experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Organize and implement all recreational youth and mini-soccer programs. (Including creating teams/rosters, scheduling games, ordering uniforms, ordering awards, securing coaches, creating information sheets, securing referees, conducting coaches meeting, Coaches training and other tasks required to have a successful recreational program)
- Create partnership/relationships with local schools, churches and day care centers
- Attend School functions and volunteer to run school physical education classes
- Volunteer to conduct clinics for local churches and other youth programs to market our recreational programs
- Attend recreational games to evaluate the program’s effectiveness
- Recruit, hire, train, schedule and supervise all volunteer coaches and volunteers for all recreational soccer functions
- Design and develop marketing materials for each program
- Conduct end of season surveys for each program
- Prepare and manage the annual budget for the Recreational and Mini-soccer programs within approved budget guidelines
- Carries out all association policies concerning management, administration and accounting procedures
- Communicates positively and effectively with all participants, volunteers and staff, including timely response to emails and phone calls and requests for information
- Promote, monitor, evaluate and ensure that all programs run smoothly with a high level of service to participants
- Effectively build relationships with members and participants
- Create a welcoming environment for members and participants
- Assist the Vice President and DOC with CCS program and major events being hosted by the YMCA of Greater Montgomery at the Emory Folmar YMCA Soccer Complex or Indoor Arena
- Secure team sponsorships for recreational teams
- Assist the Vice President in the Annual Campaign
- Other duties/task as assigned by the Vice President
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. USSF Coaching License, National Youth License or NSCAA Certificate Preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
CPR, First Aid, Bloodborne pathogens required with 30 days of employment.
National Youth License or NSCAA Certificate Preferred, but not required.
To Apply:
Submit resume and six references to Mona Martin, V. P. of Human Resources and Leadership Development at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Office Manager
Branch: Cleveland Avenue
Deadline: March 29
Salary: $9.00
Job Description
The Office Manager’s primary responsibility is to provide for the general running of the office, and maintaining all pertinent records, including, but not limited to all human resource records, certifications, etc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Assist with executive director in supervising after school and summer camp program to include:
- Communicate to Branch Director any changes in day to day operation at the Historic Cleveland Ave YMCA/Cultural Arts
- Answer telephone, direct to appropriate staff, take messages
- Order office, custodian, program supplies
- Compile new hire, rehire information and send to Metro personnel office
- Attend Cleveland Ave Y monthly Board Meeting and weekly staff meeting
- Help Maintain a clean work, health and safe environment
- Work with Annual campaign
- Assist any issues concerning running of an afterschool site
- Prepare documentation and file for DHR license; make sure branch comply with DHR regulations
- Attend after school and summer staff meetings
- Attend after school staff and summer planning program
- Review receivable reports and track delinquent accounts
- Monitor and give reports of afterschool feeding program to assigned YMCA personnel
- Attend in-service workshops
- Communicate YMCA Summer Camp policy and procedures to parents
- Post childcare payments, enter information in Daxko, deposit income
- Process Family Guidance payments
- Prepare Branch and Metro reports
Qualifications:
- Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
- Standard accounting procedures
- Knowledge Microsoft Office Suites
- Knowledge of Daxko preferred
To Apply:
Submit resume and six references to Mona Martin at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Summer Counselor
Branch: East Family YMCA
Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $7.50
Job Description
Counselors are responsible for supervising children while conducting educational, cultural and recreational activities for children from grades K-8.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 17 years of age
- Must enjoy working with children
- Demonstrated experience working with children
- Approachable and friendly
- Excellent character, integrity and adaptability
- Ability to teach and lead various recreational activities
- Ability to communicate and work with a variety of age and skill levels
- The desire and ability to work in a cooperative, team-oriented atmosphere
- Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control
- Available Monday – Friday from May 27 thru August 2. You will be required to come in early once a week for staff meetings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Take primary responsibility for the health, well-being and happiness of participants
- Learn the likes and dislikes of each participant
- Recognize and respond to opportunities for group problem solving
- Provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experiences success while at the YMCA
- Encourage respect for personal property, YMCA equipment and facilities
- Set a good example for participants in all areas, including cleanliness, punctuality, clean-up chores, rules and sportsmanship
- Guide participants in participating successfully in all aspects of activities
- Supervise, assist instructors and actively participate in all aspects of the participants’ day
- Observe participants behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques
- Prepare for and actively participate in pre-summer training and weekly meetings
- Meet/communicate regularly with Director regarding concerns, updates and challenges
- Submit all required paperwork on time
To Apply:
Submit application to Terry Galloway at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Childwatch (Afternoons and Weekends)
Branch: Bell Road
Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $7.50
Job Description
The Childwatch Staff is responsible for providing care for children ages infant to 12 years old.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- To supervise and interact appropriately with all children in the program according to prescribed YMCA standards
- Provides safe and enjoyable childcare for members and their infants, toddlers, pre-school and school age children
- To plan, implement and participate in all scheduled activities including, but not limited to sports, games, crafts, etc
- To complete all required documentation for the program
- To interact appropriately with all parents of program participants
- To help with housekeeping tasks as necessary
- Act in a mature and responsible manner at all times while on duty
- Demonstrate sound judgement in decision making
- Be able to follow the direction of the Childwatch Director and/or shift supervisor
Qualifications
- Minimum high school diploma or GED or one to three months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
- CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
To Apply:
Submit application to Sonja Miller at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Member Service Staff
Branch: East Family YMCA
Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $7.50 per hour
Job Description
This position is responsible for serving members and guests, maintaining member service control, data entry, answering member questions, and performing various clerical duties.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent minimum. Degree pursuit/currently employed in service industry preferred.
- Effective verbal communication skills required
- Basic knowledge and use of computers
- High degree of accuracy with provided information
- Multi-task oriented
- First Aid and CPR required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
- Required safety trainings within two weeks of hire
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Attend YMCA Safety Training Workshop within 30 days of employment
- Understand and be able to apply emergency procedures
- Greet members (by name) and visitors in a positive and professional manner as a
representative of the YMCA; ensures the security of the facility enforcing policy
regarding visitors - Handle and solve member concerns
- Answer the telephone in a prompt, courteous manner – three ring rule applies
- No one left “on hold” for more than 30 seconds without personal contact
- Provide all needed information on phone messages taken and give correct information to callers
- Member sign-up and program registration all done correctly and in a timely manner
- Enter receipt information correctly for membership and programs
- Be accountable for all money collected during your shift. Ensure Money and receipt total match
- Perform routine filing and copying as needed
- Perform facility access control duties by scanning member’s cards and entering visitors in the computer program
- Maintain clean and professional appearance for self and facility. Wear staff shirt. Wear nametag. (shorts and skirts of moderate length, no blue jeans)
To Apply:
Submit application to Sarah Boothe at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Member Service Staff (Morning)
Branch: Bell Road
Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $7.50 per hour
Job Description
This position is responsible for serving members and guests, maintaining member service control, data entry, answering member questions, and performing various clerical duties.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent minimum. Degree pursuit/currently employed in service industry preferred.
- Effective verbal communication skills required
- Basic knowledge and use of computers
- High degree of accuracy with provided information
- Multi-task oriented
- First Aid and CPR required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
- Required safety trainings within two weeks of hire
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Attend YMCA Safety Training Workshop within 30 days of employment
- Understand and be able to apply emergency procedures
- Greet members (by name) and visitors in a positive and professional manner as a
representative of the YMCA; ensures the security of the facility enforcing policy
regarding visitors - Handle and solve member concerns
- Answer the telephone in a prompt, courteous manner – three ring rule applies
- No one left “on hold” for more than 30 seconds without personal contact
- Provide all needed information on phone messages taken and give correct information to callers
- Member sign-up and program registration all done correctly and in a timely manner
- Enter receipt information correctly for membership and programs
- Be accountable for all money collected during your shift. Ensure Money and receipt total match
- Perform routine filing and copying as needed
- Perform facility access control duties by scanning member’s cards and entering visitors in the computer program
- Maintain clean and professional appearance for self and facility. Wear staff shirt. Wear nametag. (shorts and skirts of moderate length, no blue jeans)
To Apply:
Submit application to Brittney Martin at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Pre-school Teacher (Morning and afternoon shifts)
Branch: East Family YMCA
Salary: $7.50 per hour
Job Description
This position provides direction for the children in the classroom, and implements program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on building achievement and belonging. Conducts and organizes class activities. Models and promotes positive behavior, attitude and language among children, parents and staff. Promotes safety as an overriding objective in all programming efforts. Monitor the children, classroom, and their activities. Supervise breakfast and lunch (and snack in full day program). Morning hours 7:30am – 12:30pm; Afternoon hours 12:30pm – 5:30pm
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
- Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
- Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards.
- Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
- Cultivates positive relationships, conducts parent conferences, and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.
- Maintains program site and equipment.
- Maintains required program records.
- Attends staff meetings and staff training.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Must have some child care experience
- Must be at least 19 years old
- High School or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.)
- Experience with children ranging in age 6 weeks to 5 years old.
- Knowledge of the needs, and dedication to the children in our program
- An ability to communicate in a positive way with parents
- CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
For more information contact Ruth Davis at (334) 272-3390
To Apply:
Submit application to [email protected] or East Family YMCA, 3407 Pelzer Avenue, Montgomery AL 36109.
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Substitute Teacher
Branch: East YMCA
Salary: $7.50 per hour
Start Date: Immediate
Deadline: Until filled
Summary
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is looking for a part-time Substitute Pre-School Teacher to work with children between 6 weeks to 5 years of age. This position will offer support in implementing a developmentally appropriate program for children.
Principal Responsibilities
Substitute for preschool teachers as needed. Conducts and organizes class activities. Model and promote positive behavior, attitude and language among children, parents and staff. Promotes safety as an overriding objective in all programming efforts. Monitor the children, classroom, and their activities. Supervise breakfast and lunch (and snack in full day program). Assist children daily with personal hygiene, i.e., toileting, diaper changing. Days and times can vary.
Qualifications
The incumbent must bring to this position the following education and experience:
- Must be at least 19 years old.
- High School or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.)
- Experience with children ranging in age 6 weeks to 5 years old.
- Knowledge of the needs, and dedication to the children in our program.
- An ability to communicate in a positive way with parents.
- Must be flexible and available to work when needed.
- CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
For more information contact Ruth Davis at (334) 272-3390
To Apply:
Submit application to [email protected] or East Family YMCA, 3407 Pelzer Avenue, Montgomery AL 36109.
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Bus Driver
Branch: YMCA Goodtimes
Deadline: Until Filled
Salary: $12.00 per hour
Job Description
This position will be responsible for after school transport for the Goodtimes Center.
Qualifications
- Must be available to work school days 2:00-4:00 pm
- Must have current CDL with passenger endorsement
- Must have clean driving record
To Apply:
Submit applications to Debbie Hall at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Afterschool Counselor
Branch: YMCA Goodtimes Center
Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $7.50 per hour
Job Description
Under the direction and supervision of the Site Director, the counselor is expected to supervise, manage and interact with the children registered in the Goodtimes program. Work hours are from 2:30pm – 5:30pm or 3:00pm – 6:00pm.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the Site Director
- Supervise and interact with a specific group of children while maintaining a professional attitude and loyalty to the YMCA
- Treat fellow staff members and children with dignity and respect
- Assist with general site maintenance
- Attend all mandatory staff meetings and training programs
- Arrive at the site and be ready to work by the scheduled work time
- Maintain a complete employee file
- Substitute at a program site and perform any other added responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- Must be at least 17 years old, undergoing professional preparation to be a leader of young children or having experience with elementary age children
- Must enjoy working with kids
- Must be willing to fulfill the counselor’s responsibilities in accordance with the YMCA’s philosophy and goals
- CPR/AED/First Aid certified
To Apply:
Submit applications to Kaye Uptagrafft at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Swim Instructor
Branch: East, Southeast, Kershaw, Cleveland Avenue
Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $7.50 an hour
Job Description
This position supports the work of the YMCA of Greater Montgomery in strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Swim Instructor maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swim classes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
- Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
- Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
- Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
- Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
- Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
Qualifications:
- YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent (we will provide the class and training).
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen certifications required.
- Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
- At least 16 years of age.
To Apply:
For more information, contact Courtney Ganz at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
Lifeguard
Branch: East YMCA, Southeast, Kershaw, Cleveland Avenue, Downtown
Salary: $8.00 per hour
Job Description:
This position supports the work of the YMCA of Greater Montgomery in strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Lifeguard creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
- Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six” model; completes related reports as required.
- Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
- Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
- Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
- Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state health department code.
- Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
- Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
- Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum age of 16
- Certifications: Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, and emergency oxygen administration
- Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or equivalent
- Child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date
- Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
- Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards
To Apply:
For more information, contact Courtney Ganz at [email protected]
The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.
