The Bellefonte YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Member Service Representatives who will be responsible for ensuring that all interactions with Y members, potential members, and guests are conducted in a warm, friendly, and efficient manner. Staff are needed to fill opening shifts throughout the week.

Primary Responsibilities

• Remain attentive and aware to greet everyone that enters the facility.
• Preserve the security and maintain the cleanliness of the front desk/reception area.
• Process memberships, guest passes, and other program sales utilizing the DAXKO Operations system.
• Keep proper reconciliation and close-out of shift transactions, including balancing the cash drawer at the desk area.
• Answer the telephone in a polite and courteous manner.
• Provide tours and information about Y facilities and programming to prospective members.
• Study and be aware of all written materials published by the Y, including the Member Handbook, brochures, flyers, etc. and be prepared to communicate information to the general public.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Proficient computer skills including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, and web-based operating systems.

Salary/Benefits

• $11.00 per hour with opportunities for increases.
• Option to contribute to a 403b Retirement Program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership (for regularly scheduled employees) with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.

How To Apply

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

The Bellefonte YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Lifeguards to be responsible for upholding safety rules, YMCA policies, accident prevention, and emergency response at our indoor pools. Staff are needed to fill mid-day and evening shifts throughout the week.

Primary Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• At a minimum, some high school level education is required.
• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain a certification.

Salary/Benefits

• $12.00 per hour.
• Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
• Reimbursement of lifeguard certification cost if completed at the Y and for the purpose of serving as a YMCA of Centre County lifeguard.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.

How To Apply

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

The Bellefonte YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Swim Lesson Instructors to be responsible for teaching swim lessons (specifically summer swim camps) utilizing the Y USA Swim Lesson Program and YMCA of Centre County approved lesson plans. Staff are needed to fill private lesson requests and group lesson shifts on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM. 

Primary Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

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

Salary/Benefits

• Starting at $14 - $19 per hour
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.

How To Apply

Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Kristin Erb at [email protected].