A better us starts with U
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts people’s lives. No matter what role you take on at the Y, you’ll show up each day with the satisfaction of knowing your contributions are helping to empower young people, improve health and well-being, and inspire action in your community. We work relentlessly to strengthen communities, starting with our staff. To help you reach your full potential, the Y offers coaching and training through a comprehensive leadership development and certification system. If you want more than just a job – if you’re looking to discover a sense of purpose and opportunities to contribute to the greater good – then the Y is the place for you. Join us!
We value diverse perspectives and experiences and encourage our staff to serve in positions that allow their individual skills and talents to shine. At the Y, you’ll find opportunities to strengthen community while growing your career in the following fields:
Lifeguard
Collapsible
Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Builds positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community.
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions
- Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
- Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures; completes related reports as required
- Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
- Subs when needed.
- Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed
- Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving Identifies and celebrates the successes of members and program participants.
- Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Leadership Competencies
- Relationships
- Communication
- Developing Others
- Inclusion
- Innovation
- Quality Results
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 15
- Certifications: Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, lifeguard.
- Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
- Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards
Working Conditions
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
- Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
- Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
- See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.
Personal Trainer
Collapsible
The YMCA of Topeka is seeking personal trainers to support 1:1 and small group training at our location. The personal trainer will educate and coach members on proper movement technique, nutrition and healthy lifestyle adaptation resulting in healthier individuals. Provides leadership and education to members, achieving a quality program for all involved. The personal trainer provides a fee-based service with all fees determined and paid to the YMCA. The personal trainer will exhibit behaviors and attitudes that are consistent with the YMCA mission and policies of the Association.
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions
- Evaluates the participant’s fitness level through a fitness evaluation or assessment.
- Assists the participant in creating goals that are achievable.
- Creates a program and makes recommendations that are within the personal trainer’s expertise.
- Monitors the progress of the member throughout the training program continuously modifying the program to achieve the stated goals.
- Provides continuous education regarding “risk factor” modification and pre-established goal accomplishments to participants.
- Demonstrates confidentiality between the personal trainer and member.
- Adheres to the Association operating policies and procedures by operating the programs within the guidelines set forth.
- Ensures that the highest quality of service is provided.
- Continuously monitors the member's progress and makes changes as needed to achieve goals.
- Continuous personal education to maintain industry standards and current certification(s).
- Completes all job related and other trainings as required.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Knowledge and application of wellness, primarily physical fitness and an understanding of how to set basic fitness goals.
- This position requires a Personal Trainer certification from one of the national personal training organizations or Foundations of Strength & Conditioning at the Y (ACE Approved)
- This position requires availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- This position requires a minimum age of 18 years old.
Preferred Experience
- Experience with active listening techniques and interpersonal skills.
Summary
Personal Trainer level and pay is based on the following certification criteria:
- Personal Trainer I - Foundations of Strength & Conditioning at the Y (ACE Approved)
- Personal Trainer II - bachelors/master’s degree in Exercise Science or a health-related field OR national personal training organization (NASM, ACE, AFAA, NESTA, etc.)
This pay scale is based on job title and number of hours trained per pay period.
Swim Lesson Instructor
Collapsible
Maintains safe swimming/teaching conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Teaches swim lessons in accordance with YMCA protocol. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Builds positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community.
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions
- Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
- Instruct and teach at all swim lessons and private lessons as assigned.
- Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures; completes related reports as required
- Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area
- Ensures program fidelity per Level description and teaching guidelines.
- Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed
- Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving
- Identifies and celebrates the successes of members and program participants.
- Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Leadership Competencies
- Relationships
- Communication
- Developing Others
- Inclusion
- Innovation
- Quality Results
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 16
- Certifications: Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid.
- Ability to maintain physical and mental readiness
- Must demonstrate swim lesson instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards
Working Conditions
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physically perform all skills required of a swim lesson instructor.
- Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
- Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
- See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.
Group Fitness Instructor
Collapsible
The YMCA of Topeka is seeking a motivated, experienced and enthusiastic group exercise instructor to teach one or multiple formats. Instructor must be an exceptional motivator and relationship builder in our member-centered environment. The group exercise instructor will deliver scalable options and an amazing experience during each class. Early morning, afternoon and evening hours available. Currently looking for instructors for Les Mills, TRX, Zumba, HiiT, cycle, yoga, bootcamp.
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions
- Instruct members in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.
- Monitor member's progress and adapt programs as needed.
- Observe members and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.
- Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.
- Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations governing sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment.
- Completes all job related and other trainings as required.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Current certification in at least one of the following: YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise, ACE Group Exercise Instructor, AFAA Group Exercise Instructor or NETA Group Exercise Instructor. A secondary certification may also be required for certain formats.
Requirements
- Experience instructing members in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.
- This position requires availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- This position requires group exercise instructor certification (NCCA accredited and/or specialty certification).
- This position requires a minimum age of 18 years old.
Housekeeping/Janitorial
Collapsible
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas, including such duties as mopping, dusting, and trash removal. May complete duties related to window washing, meeting set up, pool cleaning, snow removal, grounds keeping, and other related responsibilities.
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions
- Ensures Y is attractive and clean by completing all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains upkeep of assigned area and equipment.
- May perform wet and dust mopping, dusting, trash removal, recycling, window washing, pool cleaning, painting, vacuuming, seasonal activities dealing with lawn care and snow removal, and general cleaning.
- Operates related motorized and non-motorized equipment.
- Records and reports all needed repairs; repairs as directed.
- Ensures YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
- Replaces soap, paper towels, and other supplies.
- May set up furniture for events.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Leadership Competencies
- Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
- Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
- Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
- Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. 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.
Qualifications
- Six months or more of related experience preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
- Ability to report and record maintenance requests.
- Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
- Basic understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment.
- Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
Working Conditions
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties.
- Ability to erect and stand on ladders and platforms at heights up to 30 feet.
- Ability to work with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms.
- Ability to paint, clean equipment, and operate motorized equipment as needed.
- Ability to work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
- Ability to perform essential maintenance to facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; shoveling; carrying, working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back.
