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The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant  to support Accounts Receivable for the East Orange YMCA branch located in East Orange, NJ. Under the direction of the Finance department, the individual is responsible for ensuring 100% parent compliance with the New Jersey Department of Human Services Division of Family Development's automated child care tracking and attendance system call e-Child Care (ECC). The Administrative Assistant will be required to develop a thorough understanding of the specialized software and electronic interface of New Jersey's ECC Provider Web Portal. Compliance with the ECC attendance requirements directly impacts the financial reimbursement from the State of NJ to the YMCA for the Program for Parents (PfP) subsidized school age child care slots. Forms and agreements must be completed in full correctly and immediately upon receipt in order to fully service our families.

General responsibilities include daily tracking and reporting of electronic attendance records from the ECC Provider Web Portal, daily distribution of attendance tracking reports to the East Orange YMCA school age child care sites, communication with Site Supervisors regarding parent noncompliance, communication with parents regarding missing attendance and daily communication with the Accounts Receivable Specialist to discuss parent noncompliance that may require escalated action by the YMCA. Regular collection procedures are to be utilized for Accounts Receivable balances due and action taken on those accounts not having a payment plan or making payment in full.

The Wayne YMCA is looking for an Assistant Swim Coach. The position is responsible in assisting in the delivery of swim practices daily; attend all practices, swim meets and special events; and guide swimmers in achieving their personal swim goals. Assistant Swim Coach must ensure the safety of all participants while making their experience enjoyable. Required to maintain the physical demands of the position and possess strong interpersonal skills to maintain a professionally trusting relationship with children, parents, staff, and community and be able to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with YMCA standards.

The South Mountain YMCA is seeking a Part Time Assistant Teacher for the Early Childhood Learning Center. The position is responsible for assisting teachers in implementing curriculum and providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children. Greet parents at the end of the day and follow all appropriate procedures related to release of children.  All staff will be required to follow the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. The YMCA’s recruitment process includes comprehensive training and extensive background checks. All trainings and certification costs are provided by the YMCA.

The West Essex YMCA Peanut Shell Early Childhood Learning Center is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Teacher. The position is responsible for assisting teachers in implementing curriculum and providing a safe, nurturing and fun environment for children. Greet parents at the end of the day and follow all appropriate procedures related to release of children.  All staff will be required to follow the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. The YMCA’s recruitment process includes comprehensive training and extensive background checks. All trainings and certification costs are provided by the YMCA.

We are seeking energetic and enthusiastic people to join our “Before and After School Program” staff team. This is a great opportunity for those who care to instill positive values in children while teaching them new skills. All staff will be required to follow the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. The YMCA’s recruitment process includes comprehensive training and extensive background checks. All trainings and certification costs are provided by the YMCA.

The Y provides Maplewood and South Orange community with engaging programs including homework support, sports and games, arts and crafts and special events. Program serves the following elementary schools: Clinton, Jefferson, Marshall, Seth Boyden, South Mountain, South Mountain Annex, and Tuscan. Additionally, we have programs at the Civic House at Memorial Field in Maplewood and The South Mountain YMCA Program Center.

We are currently recruiting for the following part-time positions:

Site Supervisors

Minimum Requirements: Very organized with experience leading staff and working with children in a group setting in Before/After School programs. High school diploma required, college credits/degree preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate well with parents and school staff is essential.  

Group Leaders and Group Assistants

Minimum Requirement: Ability to lead and/or assist children with positive group activities in a nurturing environment. Candidates will be a positive role model ensuring safety of the children at all times.

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Before Care: some sites 7:15am - 8:30am; some sites 7:30am – 8:45am

After Care: some sites 2:15pm - 6:30pm; some sites 2:30pm – 7:00pm.  

Please email resume with cover letter specifying what position you are applying.

The South Mountain YMCA is seeking a Part-Time Group Leader to assist the Site Supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the preschool before or after care program. The position is required to provide a high level of supervision for children and lead or assist with activities as directed by the Site Supervisor. The Group Leader works as part of a team to ensure that a safe and caring environment is provided for all children at all times.

The South Mountain YMCA is seeking a part-time Site Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations of the Preschool Before and/or After Care program. The position is required to provide leadership and guidance for group leaders and group assistants to provide a safe, caring, and enriching environment for children at all times. Ensure that all YMCA policies and licensing standards are met. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, guide children’s behavior, and manage staff.

The South Mountain YMCA is seeking a Full-Time Early Childhood Assistant Teacher to work with teaching team to create an environment that supports learning through play. Under the guidance of the lead teacher, Assistant Teacher is responsible to implement curriculum and provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for young children.

Are you interested in teaching children about themselves and the nature that surrounds them? Fairview Lake YMCA Camps is a year-round residential outdoor education program that focuses on hands-on experiential education and outdoor courses for children in grades 2-8. Fairview Lake is located in the Northwest corner of New Jersey surrounded by 660 acres of swamp, forest and fields. We also reside on a mile long lake, our name sake. We are only an hour and a half drive to New York City!

Fairview Lake Environmental Education and Conference Instructors will teach pre-approved academic curriculum for ecologies, facilitate the teambuilding course, and lead campfires and night hikes. Environmental Education classes are a major portion of lessons led, however, some recreational activities like boating, climbing wall and orienteering occur regularly. Everyone will also lend a hand when it comes to projects; a few examples being: fixing equipment, upkeep of cabins and wood-splitting.

We are an all - inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As the largest and fastest growing Association of YMCAs in the State of New Jersey, the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven, candidate to join our team. 

Reporting directly to the President/CEO, the Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship with both the President/CEO and the Senior Vice President/COO. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Executive Office of the Association. The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to the Board of Directors and senior management team, organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts, and oversees special projects. The Executive Assistant provides logistical support and coordination in arranging a variety of organization-wide special events.  Additionally, the incumbent provides supervisory oversight of the reception desk and assigned staff. 

1. Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the President/CEO and Senior Vice President/COO including: managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
2. Plans, coordinates and ensures that the President/CEO's schedule is followed and respected.
3. Provides a "gatekeeper" and "gateway" role, creating strategic opportunities for direct access to the President/CEO's time and office.
4. Communicates directly, and on behalf of the President/CEO, with Board members, donors, branch staff, and others, on matters related to the President/CEO's programmatic, philanthropic, and business initiatives.
5. Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the President/CEO, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines the appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
6. Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the President/CEO’s and Senior Vice President COO’s office and internal departments; demonstrates leadership in maintaining credibility, trust and support with the senior management staff.
7. Works closely and effectively with the President/CEO and Senior Vice President/COO to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Acts as a "barometer," having a sense of the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the President/CEO and Vice President/COO updated.
8. Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization; manages a variety of special projects for the President/CEO and Senior Vice President/COO, some of which may have organizational impact.
9. Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the President/CEO’s and Senior Vice President/COO’s ability to lead the organization effectively.
10. Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and effectively; follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
11. Serves as the President/CEO’s administrative liaison to the Association’s Board of Directors. Assists Board members with travel arrangements, lodging, and meal planning as needed. Maintains discretion and confidentiality in relationships with all Board members. Adheres to applicable rules and regulations set in the bylaws regarding the Board and Board committee matters, including advanced distribution of materials before meetings in electronic/paper format. Produces and maintains minutes for meetings of the Board.
12. Participates as an adjunct member of the Senior Leadership Team, providing assistance in scheduling meetings and attending all meetings. Assists in coordinating the agenda of senior management team meetings and off-site gatherings, as well as All Staff meetings. Facilitates cross-branch coordination of travel and outreach plans.
13. Ensures that the executive biographical summaries are kept updated and responds to requests for materials regarding the President/CEO and the organization in general
14. Edits and completes the first drafts for written communications to external stakeholders.
15. Works with the Chief Development Officer in coordinating the President/CEO’s outreach and donor relations activities. Follows up on contacts made by the President/CEO and supports the cultivation of ongoing relationships. Edits and creates acknowledgement letters from the President/CEO to donors.
16. Manages the President/CEO’s and Sr. Vice President/COO’s schedules as well as schedules for assigned executive staff.
17. Makes travel arrangements as necessary and prepares related expense reports.
18. Coordinates arrangements for meetings of various committees, task forces, public officials, and groups.
19. Coordinates the logistics and arrangements for various corporate meetings and special events.
20. Maintains computer databases for various reports, committees, and mailings.
21. Coordinates the annual schedules for the Board of Directors and management meetings.
22. Maintains organizational charts.
23. Supervises assigned staff.

YMCA Competencies:

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness:  Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change, models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

The Sussex County YMCA is seeking part time Group Exercise Instructors to lead classes in a group setting for YMCA members in various types of exercise, which may include resistance training, cardiovascular/aerobics, steps and other forms of movement based group classes.  Excellent customer service skills and high energy is a must for this position. All candidates must be passionate about working with people and helping the community with their health and well-being.

The West Essex YMCA is seeking part time Group Exercise Instructors to lead High Intensity and Senior Fitness class styles in a variety of group settings.  Excellent customer service skills, high energy and enthusiasm are essential for this position.  All candidates must be passionate about working with people and willing to help community members with their health and well-being.

The Wayne YMCA is seeking Group Exercise Instructors to lead energizing, fun, safe and educational group classes, as needed.  Excellent customer service skills, leadership, high energy and enthusiasm are essential for this position.  All candidates must be passionate about working with people and willing to help community members with their health and well-being. The right candidates will provide and ensure challenging, high quality fitness classes for members, a contemporary and innovative exercise class program, and a positive and encouraging YMCA image for members.

Consider Fairview Lake YMCA for your College Internship or Practicum Experience

Fairview Lake YMCA Camps & Conference Center enjoys supporting students in fulfilling their internship and practicum requirements. If you are interested in learning more, we would love to talk to you.

Fairview Lake YMCA Camps & Conference Center is a particularly suitable for students with the following majors:

Environmental Education
Outdoor Education
Outdoor Recreation
Education
Recreation
Parks & Recreation
Leisure Studies
Resort & Hotel Management
Communcation & Marketing

Our Directors will work with you to ensure that your College or University requirements are met.
For more information email Internship Opportunities or call (800) 686-1166.

The Wayne YMCA is looking for part time Karate Instructors to teach Youth classes for ages 4-11 years old. Under the direction of the Program Director, Karate Instructor will develop the program and teach classes at the scheduled times.

The Wayne YMCA is looking for a Full Time Kindergarten Teacher (Temporary - for coverage during leave) knowledgeable in the CORE Content Standards to educate the students in all curricular areas. The position is required to create the curriculum and implement all lessons and maintain a clean and safe classroom environment. Must be enthusiastic and nurturing throughout the day as interacting with the children and a role model for classroom staff.

The Sussex County YMCA is looking for Lifeguards responsible for ensuring the health and safety of all patrons in the pool area by enforcing all pool rules and policies and maintaining a clean facility.  Lifeguards are required to maintain the physical demands of the position; possess strong interpersonal skills to maintain a trusting relationship with children, parents, staff, and community; and be able to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with YMCA standards. Required to attend mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled.

The East Orange YMCA is looking for the following part time positions:

Lifeguards:

Responsible for ensuring the health and safety of all patrons in the pool area by enforcing all pool rules and policies and maintaining a clean facility.  Lifeguards are required to maintain the physical demands of the position; possess strong interpersonal skills to maintain a trusting relationship with children, parents, staff, and community and be able to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with YMCA standards. Required to attend mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have high school diploma.
• Must be certified and have completed an American Red Cross or YMCA lifeguard certification course successfully including First Aid, CPR/AED for the professional rescuer.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a related field.

Swim Instructors:

Responsible for teaching Progressive Swim programs. Must ensure the safety of all students enrolled in classes while making learning experience enjoyable and fun for all the participants. Required to maintain the physical demands of the position and possess strong interpersonal skills to maintain a trusting relationship with children, parents, staff, and community and be able to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with YMCA standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Certified as a Swim Instructor with the Red Cross or the YMCA.
• Must have prior experience with children in a similar teaching setting.
• Must be able to teach classes of up to 8 swimmers.
• Must be able to teach different swim strokes and water acclimation for ages three through adults.
• Must learn the curriculum for all swim levels. 

Applicants for the Lifeguard and/or Swim Instructor positions may apply for any of the following available schedules:

• Monday:       5:15pm – 7:30pm
• Tuesday:      9:00am – 10:00am and 4:15pm – 6:30pm
• Wednesday: 4:15pm – 6:30pm
• Thursday:    5:15pm – 6:45pm
• Friday:         5:30pm – 7:30pm
• Saturday:     10:15am – 2:00pm

Schedules are subject to change.

Please submit your resume and/or employment application and proof of certifications to: HR@metroymcas.org

The Sussex County YMCA is looking for Part Time Maintenance/Janitorial staff. Under the direction of the Building and Property Director, this position is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas, including but not limited to such duties as mopping, dusting, and trash removal.  May complete duties related to window washing, meeting-room set up, pool cleaning, snow removal, grounds keeping, and other related responsibilities.

The Wayne YMCA is seeking Certified Personal Trainers/Fitness Floor Associates to conduct personal trainings as well as new member fitness orientations and monitoring of the wellness center. Excellent customer services skills and high energy are essential for this position.

The West Essex YMCA is seeking part time Certified Personal Trainers/Fitness Floor Associates to conduct personal trainings as well as new member fitness orientation and monitoring of fitness centers. Excellent customer service skills, high energy and enthusiasm are essential for this position. All candidates must be passionate about working with people and willing to help community members with their health and well-being.

The Sussex County YMCA is seeking part time Personal Trainers/Wellness Floor Attendants to conduct personal trainings as well as new member fitness orientations and monitoring of the wellness center. Excellent customer service skills and high energy is a must for this position. All candidates must be passionate about working with people and helping the community with their health and well-being.

The West Essex YMCA seeks energetic and enthusiastic people to join our “Before and After School Program” staff team. This is a great part time opportunity for those who care to instill positive values in children while teaching them new skills. All staff will be required to model the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in their work each day.

Group Leaders provide a high level of supervision for the children in their care, while actively engaging them each day with homework support, sports and games and arts and crafts. The Group Leader works as part of a team to ensure that a safe and caring environment is provided for the children at all times.

The YMCA’s recruitment process includes comprehensive training and extensive background checks. All mandatory trainings and certification costs are provided by the YMCA.

The West Essex YMCA, a branch of the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges seeks energetic and enthusiastic people to join our “Before and After School Program” staff team. This is a great part time opportunity for those who care to instill positive values in children while teaching them new skills. All staff will be required to model the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in their work each day.

The Site Supervisor leads the day to day operations at the program site, ensuring that all children are actively engaged with homework support, sports and games and arts and crafts. The Site Supervisor requires a high degree of organization, and the ability to lead staff and maintain a safe and caring Before/After School program environment. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate well with parents and school staff is essential.

The YMCA’s recruitment process includes comprehensive training and extensive background checks. All mandatory trainings and certification costs are provided by the YMCA.

The East Orange YMCA is seeking Program Assistants responsible for assisting the Site Supervisor in the day to day operations of the School Age Child Care program sites. The Program Assistant provides a high level of supervision for the children in his/her care and leads or assists with activities as directed by the Site Supervisor. The Program Assistant works as part of a team to ensure that all program initiatives and special program measurable and outcomes are accomplished and to make sure that a safe and caring environment is provided and maintained for all children at all times.

Schedule: 2:45 – 7:00pm or 3:00 – 6:00pm

The Wayne YMCA is looking for a part time seasonal Sports Instructor to provide proper instructions to participants. Essential duties include but are not limited to:

• Maintain a high level of activity.
• Keep participates engaged and active at all times.
• Organize and maintain gymnasium equipment.
• Assist department heads and instructors during programs scheduled in the gymnasium.
• Clean and maintain environment after classes.
• Maintain a safe environment for everyone.
• Communicate with maintenance department for repairs or cleanups.

We also hire part-time cooks, kitchen assistants, and maintenance staff as the need arises.

Call the camp office at (973) 383-9282 or (800)686-1166 for more information or send a resume to fairviewlake@metroymcas.org. 

The Sussex County YMCA is looking for Swim Instructors responsible for teaching YMCA Progressive Swim programs. Swim Instructors must ensure the safety of all students enrolled in classes while making learning experience enjoyable and fun for all the participants. Required to maintain the physical demands of the position and possess strong interpersonal skills to maintain a trusting relationship with children, parents, staff, and community and be able to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with YMCA standards.

Ability to have flexible work schedule.

The Wayne YMCA, Rosen Performing Arts Center, is looking for a part-time, as needed, Theater Technical Coordinator. Under the direction of the Cultural Arts Director, the Theater Technical Coordinator will provide support for the technical operations of the performing arts center, including lighting, sound, set design and construction, and coordinating necessary maintenance. The essential duties include, but not limited to:

• Operates, maintains and safeguards the technical assets of the theatre, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, communications equipment and the use and maintenance of stage facilities.
• Determines the necessary technical supports, such as lighting, sound, staging and special needs, necessary for events and performances presented at the facility in advance of production dates.
• Designs, sets up, maintains, and operates lighting and sound systems for theatre, dance, music, and other productions and projects, assist guest designers and arts with technical matters.
• Advises production managers, lighting and sound designers, on the technical specifications, costs and usage of technical equipment required for the individual show, and supervises the implementation of approved technical designs.
• Supervises and assists with set and stage construction and management.

The Wayne YMCA is seeking Part Time Welcome Center Associates to serve as the front line person to greet and assist the members, visitors, and clients. Primary responsibilities include promoting, selling, and registering membership, events and programs, answering phone calls and providing accurate information to all inquiries in a friendly and professional manner. The Welcome Center is the main hub of the organization, therefore, the position will serve as the center of communication and support for the overall operations and member service functions.
 
Work schedule: Part-time- Flexibility in the work schedule is required.
 
Please send resume to:  gdifiore@metroymcas.org 

The East Orange YMCA is seeking On-Call Welcome Center Associates to serve as the front line person to greet and assist their members, visitors, and clients. answering phone calls, providing accurate information to all inquiries in a professional manner, promoting, selling and registering membership, events and programs, money transactions, file documentation and providing administrative support to the Branch Executive Director. Must be customer service oriented ensuring a high-level of service with a commitment to improving lives and have a cause-driven focus. The Welcome Center is the main hub of the branch, therefore, the position will serve as the center of communication and assistance for overall business operations and member service functions all within the policies and guidelines of the YMCA.

Schedule varies Monday through Saturday between the hours of 7:30am - 6:30pm. Position requires flexibility in scheduling and hours of availability based on need. 

Please submit your employment application and resume to Leela Kingman-Ortiz at lortiz@metroymcas.org.

No phone calls please.

Become an Environmental Education & Program Instructor.
Job responsibilities include teaching a variety of outdoor classes in the areas of ecology, natural history, team building and outdoor skills, assisting in evening programs like night hikes and camp fires, and developing new curriculum. A BA/BS is preferred but not required, however a love and wonder of the natural world, and an enthusiasm to work with children are requirements of the successful applicants. Being a team player and flexible in your teaching style is also vital.
Instructors have the opportunity to work with schools, youth & adult groups & families through our Environmental Education & Conference Programs.

To learn more about the opportunities to work in our Environmental Education Program, please contact  Natalie Knickerbocker at nknickerbocker@metroymcas.org .