Volunteer, Outdoor​/Nature​/Animal Care

Davis Family YMCA, Boardman Ohio | Central YMCA, Downtown Youngstown | Camp Fitch YMCA, North Springfield Pennsylvania

Location: North Springfield, PA

Job :379

# of Openings:10

Department
:
Varies by candidate preference/skills

Reports to: Department Director

Schedule: Varies by candidate availability/need

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Promotes and supports the facility policies and ensures all members and guests have a pleasant and safe experience. Fosters a sense of friendship, achievement, and belonging among participants, members, and guests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supports program operations:
  Assists staff with the setup. delivery, and cleanup of programs, activities, or events. Helps maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for participants and guests.
• Provides excellent service:
  Greets and interacts positively with members, participants, and visitors. Responds to questions or direct individuals to appropriate staff or resources.
• Promotes safety and compliance:
  
  Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. Reports any accidents, unsafe conditions, or concerns to a supervisor immediately.
• Represents the organization positively:
  Demonstrates professionalism, respect, and inclusivity in all interactions. Models the YMCAs values and mission through words and actions.
• Supports team efforts:
  Collaborates effectively with staff and other volunteers. Takes direction from supervisors and completes assigned tasks efficiently.

• Friendly, dependable, and courteous in interactions with others.
• Accepts and demonstrates the YMCAs values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Communicates effectively with staff, participants, and fellow volunteers.
• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Completes Child Abuse Prevention training upon hire and annually.