Make A Difference In Your Community!      The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a full-time Assistant Teacher for our Head Start programs   Earn a $300 signing bonus 30 days after your start date as an active Y employee!   This position starts at $21.04 per hour   Now hiring for the following YMCA Locations/Neighborhoods: Garfield Children Services/Homan Square North Lawndale YMCA/Homan Square South Side YMCA/Woodlawn Jeanne Kenney Day Care Center/Auburn Park Rauner Family YMCA/ Pilsen-Little Village     The Head Start Assistant Teacher works cooperatively to with both classroom teachers to ensure prompt and responsive care to each child, responding to their emotional, social, and physical, and educational needs.    The Y offers a variety of impactful programming to all ages and families. Following the Y's impact for more than 150 years, the mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families, and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness, and healthy living.    We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment, and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.  Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living, and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families, and communities.   The Head Start Assistant Teacher in collaboration with the Head Start Teacher provides support in effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation, and related research for children 3-5 years old. The Head Start Assistant Teacher is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, and providing a supportive and positive classroom climate, while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!   Scope of Responsibilities: - Demonstrate enthusiasm and interpersonal skills in order to relate well with children, parents, co-workers, administrators, and the community - Support high-quality teaching and learning in the classroom that promotes academic readiness - Maintains awareness and supervision of the needs of all children and ensures their health and physical safety at all times - Aid in the guidance and support of all children including dual language learners and those with special needs - Support and assist Teachers in the implementation of English Language Learner programs to inform linguistic and culturally responsive practices - Utilize available resources to adapt and apply different instructional methods to support children’s varying needs - Assumes the lead in selected activities throughout periods of the day - Model and promote appropriate grammar, language, positive interactions, and discipline for children and parents - Establish and maintain a cooperative attitude of working together with adults assigned to the classroom in planning and implementing activities - Assist with preparations for Parent Meetings, Parent/Teacher Conferences, Parent/Child Activities, and other classrooms/center events - Aid in completion of all necessary paperwork for classroom activities  - Annually complete at least thirty clock hours of professional development, through participation in offered training, workshops, in-service days, all staff conferences, and maintain a log of professional development requirements, including documents supporting completion - Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance, and retention of eligible families - Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, Developmentally Appropriate Practices and the Creative Curriculum for Preschool - Observe and respect issues of confidentiality   Lesson Planning and Classroom Management - Collaborate with classroom team members to develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, activities, and outcomes for children that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities, and parent involvement - Gather, arrange and display children’s work to help in a manner appropriate for their eye level - Assist classroom team to maintain an attractive, clean, safe, and engaging classroom environment that includes positive guidance techniques and that encourages support children's independence and self-selection of activities - Model and implement family-style eating during meal times - Regularly sanitize all surfaces, classroom toys, equipment, and laundry - Assist with classroom management, arrangement, organization, and labeling materials - Assume joint share of classroom team to maintain a safe, clean, environment, and practice good personal hygiene and frequent hand washing - Assist with completion of classroom inventory quarterly and the selection of materials and equipment to support instruction and children’s learning   Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports - Timely and accurately administer required screenings  - Observe, document, and assess children’s health, skills, behavior, growth, and development  - Follow the established system for collecting and managing daily observations of children, including weekly entries on-line  - Take pictures and maintain anecdotal notes, written observations, and other approved forms of documentation for each child - Maintain documentation of each child’s progress and growth according to Head Start guidelines and the methods of Teaching Strategies GOLD - Input classroom data into appropriate information systems, as required (TSG, Home Visits, and Parent/Teacher Conferences) - Adhere to timelines and complete child assessment information, at least four times annually  - Complete all necessary paperwork for classroom activities including attendance and meal count sheets - Assume joint share of the classroom team to maintain and ensure accurate and up-to-date education folders and portfolios for each child - Observe and respect issues of confidentiality    Requirements: - Associate’s Degree or equivalent in Child Development/Early Childhood Education or related field with a minimum of 15 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education - At least 3 months of experience working in a classroom setting required - Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment - Must meet annual physical requirements - Experience working with children ages 3-5 years old preferred - Ability to read, comprehend and interpret documents such as policies and procedures - Demonstrated understanding of child growth and development - Ability to build rapport with children, parents, and families of high risk - Willing and able to work flexible hours, potentially including some evenings and Saturdays; hours may be adjusted to accommodate program needs - Occasional travel in the Chicagoland area may be required for training - This position is a union position   Child Abuse Prevention Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Make A Difference In Your Community!      Early Head Start - Teacher Opportunity   Earn a $300 signing bonus 30 days after your start date as an active Y employee!   Now hiring for the following Locations/Neighborhoods:   North Lawdale/Homan Square Marshall/East Garfield Park South Side YMCA/ Woodlawn   The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a full-time Teacher for our Early Head Start program. The Early Head Start Teacher provides effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation, and related research for children ages 6 weeks-3 years old. This position will have a base located at the South Side YMCA center, a community-focused nonprofit, located at 6330 S Stony Is Ave, Chicago, IL 60637.   The Y offers a variety of impactful programming to all ages and families. Following the Y's impact for more than 150 years, the mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families, and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness, and healthy living.    We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment, and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.  Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living, and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families, and communities.   Job Summary: The Early Head Start Teacher provides effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation, and related research for children ages 6 weeks-3 years old. The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, and providing a supportive and positive classroom climate, while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!   Scope of Responsibilities: - Provide a positive climate, responsive caregiving, and continuity to help children develop secure relationships while focusing on the children’s social and emotional well-being. - Work with an assigned group of infants, toddlers and two’s, applying best practices for care and physical safety - Facilitate and nurture the development of each child’s self-esteem, trust, and growing autonomy. - Integrate and assist children with special needs. - Partner with families and encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g. classroom parent meetings & events and parent/child home activities). - Obtain families’ social-cultural background information and designs meaningful learning experiences for children based on their findings. - Incorporate rigorous academic instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) that will support children’s academic, intellectual, and linguistic development. - Utilize fidelity measures to support the implementation of English Language Learner programs, and to inform linguistic and culturally responsive practices. - Schedule and conduct at least two Home Visits and two Parent/Teacher Conferences annually for each child, each program year. - Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom; and ensure routines such as diapering, toileting/training, hand washing, meals are handled promptly and consistently with state and local regulations. - Follow a consistent schedule that meets the individual needs of each child, including skill development, meals, napping, and effective transition between activities. - Respond quickly and appropriately to children’s different and personal needs (verbal and non-verbal cues) and temperament styles - Engage and guide children at play, meeting them at their physical level (kneeling, bending, or sitting on the floor). - Complete at least thirty clock hours of professional development annually, through participation in offered training, workshops, in-service days, all staff conferences; and maintain a log of professional development achievements, including documents supporting completion. - Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance, and retention of eligible families. - Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.   Lesson Planning and Classroom Management - Create and maintain an engaging learning environment that encourages exploration, interactions with adult caregivers, and  independence - Provide designated areas in the classroom to exhibit displays of families, children, and their work. - Develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, and outcomes that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities, and parent activities. - Provide age-appropriate and individual learning experiences that incorporate social-emotional and cognitive development, early language and literacy, physical development, and integration of the arts. - Establish a professional rapport and work cooperatively with adults assigned to the classroom (e.g. Teachers, Assistants, Aides, Para-professionals, Parents, and Volunteers), establishing clear expectations for roles and responsibilities. - Communicate regularly and convene meetings with the classroom team to review classroom and child data, seek input, discuss strategies, develop plans and create a cooperative relationship and environment. - Supply suitable materials concrete and relevant to the children’s interests and culture that promotes high-quality early learning. - Complete classroom inventory quarterly; identify and select materials, supplies, and equipment to support children’s learning; and rotate materials to maintain and encourage new learning. - Perform and ensure regular sanitation of all surfaces, changing stations, equipment classroom toys, and laundry.   Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports - Administer and accurately document initial and ongoing development using required screening tools at established intervals. - Observe children to evaluate and record their progress, recommend and complete referrals for further evaluation. - Participate in initial and additional internal and external staffing with parent and FSW on all children suspected and/or identified with special needs. - Establish and maintain a system for collecting and managing daily observations of children. - Complete observation and quarterly assessment of individual children according to methods of Teaching Strategies GOLD. - Generate and complete reports using them for planning and sharing information with others. - Maintain up-to-date child education file and portfolio progress and development. - Enter individual child and classroom data into appropriate information systems according to established guidelines and timeframes.   - Complete and timely submit required paperwork (e.g. health check, attendance, meals, communication logs, lesson plans, and monthly reports). - Observe and respect issues of confidentiality Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members, or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required   Minimum and Preferred Requirements: - Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with two Infant/Toddler courses (minimum 6 college credit hours) - Level 4 Gateways Infant/Toddler Certification or Erikson Institute Infant/Toddler Certification - 1 -3 years in an early childhood classroom required, preferably in a NAEYC accredited program and/or an Early Head Start or Prevention Initiative funded program - Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment - Must meet annual physical exam requirements - Experience using Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold preferred - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum design and teaching and instruction for children ages 0-3 - Ability to analyze and interpret Head Start Standards, State and local licensing requirements - Ability to build rapport with children, parents, and families of high risk - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and experience with database and/or recordkeeping software - Computer literacy required; must be ab - le to navigate basic computer functions, complete online training and communicate by email independently - Willing and able to work flexible hours, potentially including some evenings and Saturdays; hours may be adjusted to accommodate program needs - Occasional travel in the Chicagoland area may be required for training - This is a union position     

Find Your Purpose!     Family Support Specialist Opportunity with our Early Education and Childcare Team at the North Lawndale YMCA!    The Family Support Specialist, in collaboration with the site director, ensures that the program serves the number of eligible children for which it is funded.  In partnership with parents, the Family Service Worker develops mutually trusting relationships, acts as an advocate for families and provides support services as needed.  The Family Service Worker will assist families in determining their needs and in identifying and developing goals to address those needs. Additionally, the Family Service Worker will identify, develop and maintain community partnerships and resources that address health, social service, mental health, and disability needs of families.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Scope of Responsibilities:  - In cooperation with the Site Director, develop and implement recruitment plan to assure maximum enrollment, and maintain an up-to-date waiting list. Complete all related recruitment tracking instruments and reports, as required. - Determine children’s eligibility for all program models assigned at the site (EHS/HS/PI/PFA/CCAP). - Complete and maintain all required documentation for enrollment, per funding sources. - Provide case management services to families in the program, including direct services to families by assisting them in determining family strengths, needs and goals. - Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of family needs; develop resources; provide referrals and supportive services to assist families in meeting identified needs; and document and report on all social service activity, as required. - Encourage and support parent development through volunteer and parent training opportunities. Develop and participate in parent development activities and meetings. - Implement the Parents as Teachers curriculum, providing monthly individual and group socialization activities for families of infants, toddlers and two year olds. - Provide leadership to the child health, mental health, and disabilities functional areas and to the Family and Community Partnership Content Area, ensuring the provision of appropriate and required services including screening, assessment, testing, treatment, follow up, and transition services to all identified children and/or parents. - Identify and develop resources to meet identified health, social service, mental health, and disabilities service needs; develop effective working relationships with related and relevant resources. - Maintain professionalism in attire and demeanor; observe and respect issues of confidentiality, ethics, and best practices of the Early Childhood and Social Work Professions. - Maintain required program records in accordance with YMCA procedures, funding source and program performance standards, and applicable licensing and accreditation standards. - Maintain current and up-to- date family and child information in the COPA data system. - Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings to plan for and deliver collaborative services across all components. - Meet regularly with parents and other staff regarding each child’s status and progress. - Conduct home visits for purposes of assessment and support, and to share information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress. - In conjunction with team members, plan and conduct regular parent meetings and parent engagement activities. - Discreetly handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality  at all times   Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services or a related field. - Parents as Teachers Certification preferred. Must be obtained within three months from date of employment. - Prior experience in casework, in community organizations, and working with families from diverse backgrounds. - Prior experience working with children ages 0 – 3 with special needs/ disabilities preferred. - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission. - Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email, database software; ability to learn and adapt to new technology. - Ability to be flexible with time for evening home visits, meetings, and possible weekend parent activities. - Must carry adequate automobile insurance and provide proof of insurance. - Ability to relate to children with special needs/ disabilities in high risk families and communities. - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice. - Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. - Ability to obtain DCFS background check clearance and provide pre-employment medical screening documentation   Child Abuse Prevention Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor. - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children. - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor. - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.    

  Join our team for the experience of a lifetime!   The Y offers a variety of impactful programming to all ages and families. Following the Y's impact for more than 150 years, the mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families, and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness, and healthy living.    The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a full-time Infant Toddler Specialist for our early learning programs. This position is R\responsible for overseeing the 0-3 program.  This includes monitoring of classroom to maintain Prevention Initiative compliance, providing mentoring and reflective supervision to 0-3 staff, and assisting the Family Service Worker/Parent Educator in the implementation of the Parent As Teachers curriculum for children and families.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!   Scope of Responsibilities: - Provide ongoing coaching and monitoring to Early Head Start/Prevention Initiative teachers, including: - Implementation of policies, procedures, and developmentally appropriate practices according to Early Head Start, Prevention, Initiative, and NAEYC standards  - Monthly classroom observations, coaching, and feedback - Review of children's files and portfolios - Review and follow up on data utilizing all applicable systems  - Provide guidance and support to teachers' use and implementation of the Creative Curriculum System for Infants, Toddlers, and Two’s, with fidelity.  - Review and monitor the accuracy and timely completion of all screening, assessment, and referrals. - Supervise and monitor the execution of the Parenting curriculums to promote partnerships, family engagement, and school readiness.  - Collaborate with the EHS teachers, Family Support Specialists, and families to ensure service integration  (medical, dental, health/mental health, social services, and special needs).  - Work collectively with YMCA and contractual staff to ensure overall program compliance in birth-three classrooms.   - Assist Site Director with family and staff recruitment; and the EC Operations Manager with staff interviews, selections, orientation, supervision, ongoing professional development, and evaluation.    Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field - Erikson Infant Toddler Specialization Certificate or an Ilinois Gateways Level 5 Infant and Toddler Credential  (Applicants without I/T credentials will not be considered) - Previous work experience in a childcare setting with some knowledge of Head Start and the Creative Curriculum  - At least 6 college credit hours in caring for children with disabilities  - Familiarity with DFSS's current computerized system (COPA) - 2-3 years of supervisory experience is preferred Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members, or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Find Your Purpose!   Program Director for Housing and Social Services   This position is grant funded- salary $60,000.00-$70,000.00 annually   The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is one of the largest associations of YMCAs in the nation. Our mission is to develop strong children, families, and communities across the Metropolitan Chicago area through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness, and healthy living. This position and team play a vital role in our ability to execute our mission.   The Program Director for Housing and Social Services will report to the Vice President, Community Well-Being. This position will provide direct supervision and oversight of Case Managers and case management activities that service housing residents. This individual will also work closely with center and senior leadership to ensure that policies, procedures and protocols are designed and implemented in a manner that reflects best practices and ensure optimal quality of life for the YMCA’s housing constituents. Organizational skills, attention to detail, follow up, documentation preparation, and a service orientation are crucial for success in this role.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Scope of Responsibilities: - Oversee Case Management Services at the YMCA SRO housing facilities - Provide individualized supervision and case consult to direct service staff. Support the professional growth of social work staff through role modeling, workshops, presentations and individual supervision - Work with staff to plan and implement group interventions consistent with the needs of the service populations - In collaboration with the Executive Directors of Lake View and Irving Park Y and leaders in the Y’s Legal, Finance and Community Investment and Social Responsibility team, develop policies and procedures consistent with housing first and social work practice standards - Plan and participate in emergency interventions, as dictated by the circumstances and in accordance with association policies - Network with ancillary service providers as benefits our service population, establishing Memoranda of Understanding as appropriate; instruct direct service staff in such networking techniques - Oversee, monitor and update reporting systems, strategizing in order to meet grant deliverables and optimize participant outcomes. Prepare for regularly scheduled program audits; train direct service staff in daily compliance standards. Collaborate with the Research and Evaluation team and other housing staff on monitoring metrics for program success and using data for continuous improvement - Implement and monitor program expenditure procedures as it relates to direct service experience - Collaborate with Research and Evaluation as well as other members of the Community Investment and Social Responsibility team to redesign and develop new program design components as needed, supported by program evaluation and best-practices research - Collaborate with Mission Advancement and Research and Evaluation on grant writing and reporting - Work with other stakeholders to identify and implement business process synergies that benefit housing constituents and overall association operating efficiencies - Maintain a small caseload of 5 housing residents - Performs other job-enhancing duties as assigned Requirements: - Master of Social Work Degree or a MA Degree in a related field - 3-5 years’ experience supervising case managers - Experience and knowledge of housing policies, procedures and best practices - Written and verbal communication skills - Demonstrated interpersonal skills in order to effectively collaborate with internal and external constituents and partners - Proven leadership ability in order to effectively manage human and technical resources in accordance with association policies and grant requirements - Support the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention efforts by - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to the appropriate department - Regularly monitoring staff to ensure compliance with policies and procedures related to child safety.  Take the appropriate action when policy violations occur - Follow-up on reports of suspicious behavior or allegations of misconduct, following the Responding to Reports of Inappropriate Behavior and Policy Violations policy - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required - Ensuring that all employees supervised complete all required child abuse prevention training on time All YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago employees are required to support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members, or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Fry Family YMCA is now hiring Group Exercise Instructors!     Share you passion.  You are the “Y”.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! As a Group Exercise Instructor you will instruct group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures to be an integral part of the YMCA's committment to strengthening bodies, minds, and neighborhoods.   Requirements: - Must have basic knowledge of fitness or equivalent work/education experience. - Must have at minimum 25 hours of practical experience as a fitness class instructor. - Must have the ability to lead a fitness class and to motivate and educate members in the field of physical fitness. - Must be able to respond to safety and emergency situations; ability to set up, move, and store equipment. - Must be at least 18 years of age. Child Abuse Prevention Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Make a Difference in Your Community! The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is one of the largest associations of YMCAs in the nation. Our mission is to develop strong children, families, and communities across the Metropolitan Chicago area through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness, and healthy living. This position and team play a vital role in our ability to execute our mission.   The Senior Grant Accountant provides technical accounting, budget and other administrative support for Program Managers, under the direction of VP of Administration/Controller. Responsibilities include monitoring, analyzing and maintaining financial transactions for a wide variety of social service programs; tracking revenues and expenditures, and preparing required internal and external financial reports.   The successful candidate will perform complex, technical grants accounting work involving varying fiscal years and requiring greater independent judgment within the framework of existing accounting policies and procedures. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed by the VP of Administration or designate through periodic conferences and reports and through the adequacy and accuracy of the resultant records, reports, and functions.   The position will directly support YMCA’s Early Education and Care Portfolio as well as the Community Innovation and Impact grant portfolio.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Scope of Responsibilities: - Provide advanced, technical grants accounting support work for Program Managers and department programs. - Monitor, analyze and maintain financial transactions and accounting for a wide variety of social service programs funded by Federal, state and local grants and allocations. - Monitor fiscal compliance by subcontractors and sub-recipients with various reporting periods. - Track revenues and expenditures by funding source and/or subcontract. Reconcile grant and program financial statements to the program budgets, which may include many different sites. - Ensure there is an appropriate cost allocation plan maintained and updated as necessary and that expenses allocated to grants are consistent to the plan. - Participate in fiscal monitoring as required by Funding Agencies. - Review data, identify errors through analysis, research, and interpretation of data, and provide recommendations to the VP of Finance Administration and/or Program Manager in determining corrective action. - Work closely with interdepartmental staff, Internal Audit and Compliance, Legal, Centers Business Office and Federal, state and local governmental agencies. - Provide accounting information and technical assistance to subcontractors and sub-recipients when necessary. - Work with funding authorities to correct or adjust outages. - Report financial grant information from a variety of revenue sources with many element codes. - Prepare a variety of reports, statements, records, analyses, and financial compilations for Federal, state, and local regulatory agencies with various reporting periods according to specifications according to program needs. - Prepare grant close-outs and periodic reports. - Prepare, maintain, and track complex or extensive billings and financial information for their respective grants. - Prepare financial projections for RFPs, RFQs, and subcontracts. - Voucher on contract awards and prepares the necessary billing documents, as appropriate. Track due dates and prepare reports for grantor agencies, verify invoices for allowable costs, and prepare monthly grant requests for reimbursement. Some vouchers will include multiple sites that require consolidation and tracking at the site level. - Maintain and document internal accounting controls as required by Federal, state and local grantors to ensure appropriate use of public funds. Must be familiar with 2 CFR 200, Single Audit and related pronouncements regarding Federal, state and local pass-through funds. - Assist in recommending and implementing fiscal reform both in department systems and in subcontractor/ sub-recipient financial and compliance reporting systems. - Assist in development and implementation of administrative, program and subcontract budgets. Contribute to developing modifications to procedures and forms. - Perform work using spreadsheet, database, and word processing programs. Support the Accounts Payable process in Coupa as defined. - Maintain knowledge of department operations and systems. Perform work within accounting parameters established by the department and applicable Federal and state laws and regulations. - Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum and Required Requirements:  - Seven years of progressive accounting experience, at least two of which are directly related to grant accounting - OR - A Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent, in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field from an accredited college or university. - Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered. - Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices; 2 CFR 200, Single Audit; - Computer applications related to financial reporting (database, spreadsheet, word processing); general office practices and procedures; governmental structure, accounting and budget procedures and practices; unique accounting issues relating to Federal, state and local grants. - Ability to plan, design and implement specialized financial accounting procedures and reports; research, analyze and interpret complex accounting data; prepare clear, concise financial reports for managers, grantors, and other internal and external users; evaluate current accounting policies and procedures and recommend improvements; develop and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Child Abuse Prevention Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required

Are you looking for a FUN Summer Job? The YMCA is hiring Summer Day Camp- Counselors for 2023   Join us for the experience of a lifetime!   At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer. While campers are taking part in in unique experiences and adventures, our SummerDay Camp Counselors are developing leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.   Summer Day Camp Counselors receive comprehensive training, a Monday-Friday work schedule that leaves your weekends free, field trips to fun places, the chance to meet and work with an amazing diverse group of people, a free Y family membership, discounted programs and lots of opportunity for growth! The Summer Day Camp Counselor serves as a professional role model for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors and create a positive camper experience. The Summer Camp Counselor ensures that each youth has adequate supervision including ensuring that no youth is unsupervised at any time. As a Summer Day Camp Counselor, you are responsible to: - Promote the YMCA, provide excellent customer service and create an outstanding camper experience for children, parents and families. - Lead recreational activities with campers, including but not limited to: arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, songfests, nature hikes, archery, and other games and hobbies - Instruct campers using various teaching methods and modifies activities as needed to ensure that campers of all ages and experience levels are engaged - Teach socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies - Communicate consistently with supervisors, team leaders, unit leaders and other team members to ensure everyone is kept abreast of camp activities and schedule - Supports camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities - Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards and critically evaluating situations for potential risks - Ensures compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety - Monitors campers and counselors and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary - Set-up facilities and/or equipment for activities and stores equipment appropriately after use and work to keep camp facilities clean at all times What do you need to be a Summer Day Camp Counselor?    - A commitment to and a passion for working with diverse youth - Enjoy being outdoors, are creative and not afraid to work and play hard - Your experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports or related is a plus but not required - You will be 16 years of age or older by the start of camp - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences - Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices - Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills - Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description - The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities Child Abuse Prevention: Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Fitness Attendant Open Position at the Buehler YMCA!     Salary range starts at $15.40 per hour   The Buehler YMCA of Metro Chicago in Palatine is hiring for a part timeFitness Attendant to join the YMCA team. This integral position on the Fitness Team could be your first step to a building a career in fitness, or the next step in your fitness journey.    As a Fitness Attendant - You will: - Develop, motivate and maintain professional relationships with members by providing personal attention to all members and guests using a proactive approach - Be an active marketing resource by discussing and promoting the YMCA fitness programs with our members  - Provide basic assistance and guidance to users of the fitness equipment when needed, as you acknowledge all members throughout the facilities  - Ensure a safe environment through constant circulation of the fitness facilities and promptly responding to safety and emergency situations - Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations   To be Qualified you must have: - A high school diploma or GED  - The ability to Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs. and push >50 lbs. - A passion for and obtain general knowledge of preventative health and fitness programs and philosophy - Current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certifications or must obtain within thirty days of employment Child Abuse Prevention Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required

Now hiring multiple positions for full-time lifeguards in the northwest suburbs!  Be a leader and save lives.     Earn a $600* sign-on bonus! *New hires will receive a $300 sign-on bonus upon achievement of your lifeguard certification, provided you are an active employee working as a lifeguard at the time of payout. Earn another $300 retention bonus after 6 months of active employment as a Lifeguard.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Paid Training and Free Lifeguard classes - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!   Do you enjoy… - Making lifelong friendships? - Having life-saving skills that give you the ability to keep others safe? - Meeting new people and working with other team members? - Creating connections with others and building positive experiences? - Building skills for the future? What you’ll do: - Provide a high-level of customer service to members, program participants and guests at all times - Supervise and guard the pool and aquatic facility and ensure participants adhere to all YMCA aquatic guidelines and procedures. - Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment. - Perform appropriate water rescues, when necessary, using rescue techniques and equipment. - Contact emergency medical personal in case of serious injury. - Actively participate in obtaining further water safety certifications. - Attend all in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or center leadership team. Requirements: - Must be at least 16 years of age. - Must succesfully complete the America Red Cross Lifeguard Certification training. - Must complete the YMCA's Lifeguard certifaction program or have current YMCA or American Red Cross certification and current First Aid, AED, CPR, and Oxygen Administration certifications. - Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person and meet other physical requirements required for job certification.  - Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations to assure the safety of all swimmers. - Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively. - Ability to meet physical requirements based on the job description: the YMCA will accommodate reasonable accommodations for persons with disability   Child Abuse Prevention: Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention

Maintenance Assistant Needed - Multiple Positions & Shifts Available   YMCA Camp MacLean is hiring a multiple part time Maintenance Assistants to perform general maintenance to keep all facilities, grounds and equipment in safe working order.    What you’ll do: - Inspect and test equipment and machinery to diagnose malfunctions and detect problems - Perform routine and preventative maintenance such as inspecting motors, belts, replacing filters, checking fluid levels and maintaining proper pool chemical levels - Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them by referencing repair manuals or parts catalogs as necessary - Keep records of work assignments - Maintain inventory of custodial supplies - Maintain proper storage and security conditions of chemical cleaners, equipment and other inventory - Perform other duties assigned. Experience Needed for this position:  - Must have a High School Diploma plus specialized training, 6+ months maintenance experience. - Must be able to read, understand and convey equipment operating instructions.  - Trade experience and knowledge highly perferred  - Ability to learn and operate CMMS application and underlying computerized components.   Hours & Shifts:  - Multiple positions and shifts available - Position working 10+ hours a week also available - Specific hours and shifts shared during interview process   Child Abuse Prevention Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Are you looking for a FUN Summer Job? The YMCA is hiring Summer Day Camp- Counselors for 2023   Join us for the experience of a lifetime!   At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer. While campers are taking part in in unique experiences and adventures, our SummerDay Camp Counselors are developing leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.   Summer Day Camp Counselors receive comprehensive training, a Monday-Friday work schedule that leaves your weekends free, field trips to fun places, the chance to meet and work with an amazing diverse group of people, a free Y family membership, discounted programs and lots of opportunity for growth! The Summer Day Camp Counselor serves as a professional role model for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors and create a positive camper experience. The Summer Camp Counselor ensures that each youth has adequate supervision including ensuring that no youth is unsupervised at any time. As a Summer Day Camp Counselor, you are responsible to: - Promote the YMCA, provide excellent customer service and create an outstanding camper experience for children, parents and families. - Lead recreational activities with campers, including but not limited to: arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, songfests, nature hikes, archery, and other games and hobbies - Instruct campers using various teaching methods and modifies activities as needed to ensure that campers of all ages and experience levels are engaged - Teach socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies - Communicate consistently with supervisors, team leaders, unit leaders and other team members to ensure everyone is kept abreast of camp activities and schedule - Supports camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities - Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards and critically evaluating situations for potential risks - Ensures compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety - Monitors campers and counselors and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary - Set-up facilities and/or equipment for activities and stores equipment appropriately after use and work to keep camp facilities clean at all times What do you need to be a Summer Day Camp Counselor?    - A commitment to and a passion for working with diverse youth - Enjoy being outdoors, are creative and not afraid to work and play hard - Your experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports or related is a plus but not required - You will be 16 years of age or older by the start of camp - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences - Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices - Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills - Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description - The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities Child Abuse Prevention Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Are you looking for a REWARDING Summer Job? The YMCA is hiring Summer Day Camp Inclusion Aides for 2023!      At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer. While campers are taking part in in unique experiences and adventures, our SummerDay Camp Inclusion Aides are developing leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.   Summer Day Camp Inclusion Aides receive comprehensive training, a Monday-Friday work schedule that leaves your weekends free, field trips to cool places, the change to meet and work with amazing co-workers, a free Y membership, discounted programs and lots of opportunity for growth! Join us for the experience of a lifetime.  As a Summer Day Camp Inclusion Aide, you will be responsible for supporting and assisting one or more individuals who have a disability and are enrolled in Y programs to promote participation in program activities and independence to the fullest extent possible. You will ensure that individualized needs of participants are met, while serving as professional role model and guide program participants through activities that support a positive learning climate and development of life skills and healthy and safe behaviors.   What you’ll do:   Program Participant Experience - You will serve as a role model in supporting inclusion and high quality camp programming; creating an outstanding participant experience for children, parents and families. - You will modify learning or recreational activities as may be needed, including activities, rules, equipment, and/or supplies as needed. Promotes participation in program activities and independence to the fullest extent possible. Maintains the confidentiality of information pertaining to the individual(s) assigned for support. - You will teach socially acceptable behaviors by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies. Implements individualized behavior management plans, when necessary. - You will communicate consistently with team members and program leaders to keep abreast of activities and schedule, in order to prepare for activity modifications. Will offer suggestions for modifications, if applicable. - You will communicate consistently with parents, classroom/program team and program leadership through completion of a weekly summary of the individual’s participation. - You will Support program activities as assigned by supervisor including substitute support for ongoing camp activities.   Participant Safety - You will ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of participants by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards and critically evaluating situations for potential risks. - You will be alert and responsive to any specific health and safety needs of the individual with a disability - You will ensure compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety. Monitors participants and team members provides coaching and intervention as necessary - You will set up facilities and/or equipment for activities and stores equipment appropriately after use. Immediately notifies program leaders of any broken or unsafe equipment or if more resources/equipment are needed - You will work to keep program facilities clean at all times What you’ll Need - High school diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years of age or older - Must have prior experience working with children; experience with children with disabilities and/or in a similar program setting preferred. - Commitment to, and passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission and serving the needs of diverse youth - Basic knowledge of child growth and development as well as developmentally appropriate practices for age group - Ability to understand and implement an inclusion plan and provide recommended strategies for Ability to observe participant behavior and apply appropriate behavior management techniques is essential. - Demonstrated interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to build constructive relationships, act as role model, and communicate effectively with children, families, team members and others - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Y Team competencies in previous experience or practice - Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities - Meet additional program guidelines for background checks and medical screening where necessary based on program supported. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.   Child Abuse Prevention Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required 

Are you looking for a FUN Summer Job? The YMCA is hiring Summer Day Camp- Counselors for 2023   Join us for the experience of a lifetime!   At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer. While campers are taking part in in unique experiences and adventures, our SummerDay Camp Counselors are developing leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.   Summer Day Camp Counselors receive comprehensive training, a Monday-Friday work schedule that leaves your weekends free, field trips to fun places, the chance to meet and work with an amazing diverse group of people, a free Y family membership, discounted programs and lots of opportunity for growth! The Summer Day Camp Counselor serves as a professional role model for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors and create a positive camper experience. The Summer Camp Counselor ensures that each youth has adequate supervision including ensuring that no youth is unsupervised at any time. As a Summer Day Camp Counselor, you are responsible to: - Promote the YMCA, provide excellent customer service and create an outstanding camper experience for children, parents and families. - Lead recreational activities with campers, including but not limited to: arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, songfests, nature hikes, archery, and other games and hobbies - Instruct campers using various teaching methods and modifies activities as needed to ensure that campers of all ages and experience levels are engaged - Teach socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies - Communicate consistently with supervisors, team leaders, unit leaders and other team members to ensure everyone is kept abreast of camp activities and schedule - Supports camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities - Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards and critically evaluating situations for potential risks - Ensures compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety - Monitors campers and counselors and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary - Set-up facilities and/or equipment for activities and stores equipment appropriately after use and work to keep camp facilities clean at all times What do you need to be a Summer Day Camp Counselor?    - A commitment to and a passion for working with diverse youth - Enjoy being outdoors, are creative and not afraid to work and play hard - Your experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports or related is a plus but not required - You will be 16 years of age or older by the start of camp - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences - Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices - Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills - Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description - The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities Child Abuse Prevention Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Irving Park YMCA is now hiring Group Exercise Instructors!     Share you passion.  You are the “Y”.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! As a Group Exercise Instructor you will instruct group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures to be an integral part of the YMCA's committment to strengthening bodies, minds, and neighborhoods.   Requirements: - Must have basic knowledge of fitness or equivalent work/education experience. - Must have at minimum 25 hours of practical experience as a fitness class instructor. - Must have the ability to lead a fitness class and to motivate and educate members in the field of physical fitness. - Must be able to respond to safety and emergency situations; ability to set up, move, and store equipment. - Must be at least 18 years of age. Child Abuse Prevention Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Are you looking for a FUN Summer Job? The YMCA is hiring Summer Day Camp- Counselors for 2023   Join us for the experience of a lifetime!   At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer. While campers are taking part in in unique experiences and adventures, our SummerDay Camp Counselors are developing leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.   Summer Day Camp Counselors receive comprehensive training, a Monday-Friday work schedule that leaves your weekends free, field trips to fun places, the chance to meet and work with an amazing diverse group of people, a free Y family membership, discounted programs and lots of opportunity for growth!   The Summer Day Camp Counselor serves as a professional role model for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors and create a positive camper experience. The Summer Camp Counselor ensures that each youth has adequate supervision including ensuring that no youth is unsupervised at any time. As a Summer Day Camp Counselor, you are responsible to: - Promote the YMCA, provide excellent customer service and create an outstanding camper experience for children, parents and families. - Lead recreational activities with campers, including but not limited to: arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, songfests, nature hikes, archery, and other games and hobbies - Instruct campers using various teaching methods and modifies activities as needed to ensure that campers of all ages and experience levels are engaged - Teach socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies - Communicate consistently with supervisors, team leaders, unit leaders and other team members to ensure everyone is kept abreast of camp activities and schedule - Supports camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities - Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards and critically evaluating situations for potential risks - Ensures compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety - Monitors campers and counselors and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary - Set-up facilities and/or equipment for activities and stores equipment appropriately after use and work to keep camp facilities clean at all times What do you need to be a Summer Day Camp Counselor?    - A commitment to and a passion for working with diverse youth - Enjoy being outdoors, are creative and not afraid to work and play hard - Your experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports or related is a plus but not required - You will be 18 years of age or older by the start of camp - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences - Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices - Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills - Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description - The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities Child Abuse Prevention Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required   

Save Lives and Live Our Cause   Are you a certified Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED/Lifeguard instructor?    The YMCA is looking for a certified Red Cross Lifeguard instructor to help facilitate skills sessions for YMCA employees (we use blended learning). This person is responsible for facilitating high-quality Lifeguard classes to ensure our team is trained and ready to save lives. This includes: - Instructing Lifeguard classes according to Red Cross curriculum standards - Taking attendance and marking completion in our LMS system and Red Cross - Maintaining and monitoring class supplies What You'll Need - Current certification as an instructor in American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED for Profressional Rescuers and American Red Cross Lifeguard - Be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate class times  - Ability to lead high-quality training and demonstrate skills Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Child Abuse Prevention Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required 

Be a leader and save lives.     Earn a $600* sign-on bonus! *New hires will receive a $300 sign-on bonus upon achievement of your lifeguard certification, provided you are an active employee working as a lifeguard at the time of payout. Earn another $300 retention bonus after 6 months of active employment as a Lifeguard.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Paid Training and Free Lifeguard classes - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!   Do you enjoy… - Making lifelong friendships? - Having life-saving skills that give you the ability to keep others safe? - Meeting new people and working with other team members? - Creating connections with others and building positive experiences? - Building skills for the future? What you’ll do: - Provide a high-level of customer service to members, program participants and guests at all times - Supervise and guard the pool and aquatic facility and ensure participants adhere to all YMCA aquatic guidelines and procedures. - Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment. - Perform appropriate water rescues, when necessary, using rescue techniques and equipment. - Contact emergency medical personal in case of serious injury. - Actively participate in obtaining further water safety certifications. - Attend all in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or center leadership team. Requirements: - Must be at least 16 years of age. - Must succesfully complete the America Red Cross Lifeguard Certification training. - Must complete the YMCA's Lifeguard certifaction program or have current YMCA or American Red Cross certification and current First Aid, AED, CPR, and Oxygen Administration certifications. - Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person and meet other physical requirements required for job certification.  - Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations to assure the safety of all swimmers. - Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively. - Ability to meet physical requirements based on the job description: the YMCA will accommodate reasonable accommodations for persons with disability   Child Abuse Prevention: Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention

  Child Care Assistant    Do you love playing games? Do you enjoy working with children? Do you like putting a smile on a child’s face?   The Child Care Assistant attends to children 2-8 years old in the drop-in childcare.   Salary range starts at $15.40 per hour   Position Summary & Responsibilities: - Implementation of the daily program, which will include activities that are developmentally appropriate, performed in collaboration with peers to compliment supervision of children - Supervise and lead the activity areas - Assist in planning and preparing the activities - Organize and set up needed materials and supplies - Sanitize toys and play equipment - Maintain a safe play environment - Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed - Ensure the proper ratios are maintained   Requirements: - Must have prior experience working with children. - Passion for and commitment to the YMCA’s mission and vision - Ability to build rapport with children, parents and families of diverse backgrounds. - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA team competencies in previous experience or practice - Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.   Child Abuse Prevention Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

The Fry Family YMCA, located in Naperville, IL, is hiring a full-time Aquatics Manager to create a high-quality, safe aquatics experience for YMCA members and program participants.      Salary range starts at $40,000 per year   As an Aquatics Program Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day operation of the aquatic programs which includes planning, promoting, creating, and coordinating programs.  This also includes maintaining records, scheduling staff, and ensuring proper pool maintenance.  The Aquatics Manager also networks with a variety of public agencies and community organizations to promote and meet program needs.  The Aquatics Manager is a leader responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising YMCA team members, including team leads/coordinators, instructors, lifeguards, counselors, volunteers, and other team members as assigned.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and the passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!  Minimum and Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, or related field and/or equivalent experience - 2 years or more of recreation/aquatics-related experience. Prior team leadership/supervisory experience is essential with the ability to collaborate with others and attract, motivate, and effectively coach teams.   - Strong customer service orientation with the ability to relate well with a diverse set of youth, parents, and volunteers. Demonstrates safe and age-appropriate strategies in interactions with youth.  - Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to effectively lead in-services and trainings essential - Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness. - Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and constituents.  - Current, relevant Aquatics training and certifications (e.g., lifeguard, swim instructor, CPR for Professional Rescuer) or the ability to be certified within 30 days of hire. This includes ability to pass a water skills/swim test.  - Ability to meet physical requirements of job including the physical stamina, agility and sudden exertion required to safely lead sports and aquatics programs. The YMCA will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. Child Abuse Prevention Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: - Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor - Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children - Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor - Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required