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OUR IMPACT IS FELT EVERY DAY.

Be part of a place where your work positively influences the lives of others, a place where you thrive in a values-based environment, a place where you are building a better future for yourself and your community.

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

At the Y, we are passionate about youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our Summer Camp program makes it the best summer ever for local kids! Counselors help create fun experiences and lifelong memories through games, crafts, STEM activities, field trips, and more. As a counselor, you’ll enjoy flexible scheduling, plenty of time outdoors, and great benefits like a free membership! To apply, complete the online application and/or email your resume to Emily Hayden at ehayden@mattoonymca.org.

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Provides direct supervision to a group of children in our summer camp program and days out program. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.
  • Supervises a group of children ensuring a safe and fun environment.
  • Prepares and leads group activities, serves snack.
  • Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA core values.
  • Attends staff meetings and trainings.
  • Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
  • Maintains positive relations and communication with youth, guardians, school personnel, supervisor, and staff.
  • Enforces appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures.  Strives to provide for the safety of each child in his/her care.  Administers basic
  • First Aid as needed.
  • Applies appropriate behavior management techniques.
  • Performs other duties for the betterment of the program as needed or directed.

At the Y, we are passionate about youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are looking to add new lifeguards to our team at the Mattoon Area Family YMCA! Hours are between 5:45am-3:00pm.We will provide lifeguard certification if you don’t have it! Apply online today, or call AJ at (217) 234-9494 for more information.

If you love customer service and engaging with people, this job is for you! This part-time role delivers excellent service to all members, guests, and program participants by greeting every person as they enter the facility, registering participants for membership and programs, accurately handling payment transactions, and promoting and providing information about programs and membership. We are currently seeking Membership Engagement Specialists for the Mattoon and Toledo locations during weeknights and rotating weekends. Please submit applications to front desk or to Membership Directors, Sarah Dowell (Mattoon Area Family YMCA – sdowell@mattoonymca.org) or Lisa Jones (Neal Center YMCA – ljones@nealcenterymca.org).

Essential Functions:

  1. Builds relationships with members; by greeting every member throughout the facility, preferably by name and helping members connect with the YMCA.
  2. Provides excellent service to members, guests, and program participants in the branch and on the phone, contributing to member retention.
  3. Interviews and/or tours prospective members; sells memberships.
  4. Registers members for programs and membership and accurately enters transactions using DAXKO computer system.
  5. Handles and resolves membership concerns using positive can do attitude and exercising good judgment-making skills.
  6. Informs supervisor of unusual situations or unresolved issues.
  7. Communicates member concerns and equipment/facility related issues with Facility Staff.
  8. Prepares incident/accident reports per established Y risk management procedures.
  9. Applies all YMCA policies dealing with member services.
  10. Stays up to date on all programs and events at or associated with the Y by staying current with “Front Desk Info & How To” Google doc, reading emails and attending staff meetings.
  11. Assists with inventory of re-sale merchandise and supplies.
  12. Keeps lobby and Welcome Desk area clean and performs light housekeeping duties as needed.

Apply at https://mattoonymca.org/employment/

At the Y, we are passionate about youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We’re looking for Swim Lesson Instructors! No experience is necessary- just a passion for teaching children and creating a safe environment in the pool. We’ll teach you the rest! The right candidate will have evening and Saturday morning availability. To apply, complete our online application, and email it to asears@mattoonymca.org or call AJ at (217) 234-9494 for more information.

Apply at https://mattoonymca.org/employment/

Maintains facility and grounds including cleaning and general maintenance. Works with other staff to insure smooth operation of the YMCA. Provides quality member service through facility and staff supervision. Responsible for the safety and wellness of all participants using the facility and grounds. We are currently seeking Facility Supervisors at our Toledo location during rotating weeknights and weekends. Please submit applications to front desk or Lisa Jones (Neal Center YMCA – ljones@nealcenterymca.org).

Essential Functions Include:

  1. Completes all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains upkeep of equipment. Duties include, but are not limited to, wet and dust mopping, dusting, trash removal, window washing as scheduled, painting, vacuuming carpeted areas and walk off mats, laundry, spot clean Wellness Center equipment & floors, clean all areas as directed, seasonal activities dealing with maintaining clean grounds, and general cleaning.
  2. Performs heavy duty tasks, such as scrubbing floors and cleaning locker rooms.
  3. Maintain and organize equipment, supplies and closets. Notifies supervisor of any damaged or broken equipment or when supplies are low.
  4. Provides emergency cleaning services promptly, and in accordance with safety guidelines.
  5. Follow emergency procedures and safety precautions. Follow procedures for
    reporting all accidents, incidents and hazards.
  6. Adhere to all policies, rules, and regulations as outlined in employee handbook and other communications. Obtain and maintain required training(s).
  7. Accept additional assignments as deemed appropriate, within the scope of the job description.
  8. Ensures building and property is secure during shift and reports incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
  9. Cleans up blood or bodily fluids which could contain blood borne pathogens.
  10. Operates motorized equipment used for cleaning.
  11. Monitor member behavior. Ensures YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
  12. Enforce YMCA Code of Conduct & Discipline Policy.
  13. Set up furniture/equipment for programs, meetings, events, and rentals.
  14. Completes Building Sweeps every hour to maintain safe environment

At the Y, we are passionate about youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are looking to add new, energetic group fitness instructors to our wellness team. The ideal applicant is passionate about helping others achieve a healthy lifestyle. Certification and previous experience is preferred but not required.

Position Summary:

Instructs group classes, provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

  1. Leads group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
  2. Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
  3. Records classes for Virtual Y as directed by supervisor.
  4. Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
  5. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
  6. Keeps accurate class attendance records.
  7. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.

At the Y, we are passionate about youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We’re looking for Sports Officials at both our Mattoon and Toledo facilities. This is a great part-time opportunity for anyone who wants to be a great role model for youth. Officials are responsible for conducting both youth and adult sports in a safe and consistent manner. The Sports Official is responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of each participant enrolled in the program. Must demonstrate leadership, show active participation and enthusiasm on the court or field in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Mattoon Area Family YMCA. Sports may include: Indoor and Outdoor Soccer, Basketball, and Volleyball. Position would require some evenings and weekends. To apply, complete our application online and submit with your resume to Alex at acarie@mattoonymca.org.

Apply at https://mattoonymca.org/employment/