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. The Bloomington-Normal YMCA’s guiding principles of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility are first and foremost in everything we do.
The timing of these position openings present a significant opportunity for applicants as we embark on the expansion of a new, state-of-the-art 75,000 square foot facility in the heart of the community in a partnership with Easterseals of Central Illinois. Opened in August 2022, the team members of today will be the history-makers of tomorrow, bringing to our community, one and all, the best that the YMCA has to offer.
Summer Camp Counselor
Under the supervision of the Director of Youth Development, Summer Camp Counselors are the primary caregivers for our Summer Day Camp, ensuring the planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out of daily activities related to the mission of the YMCA.
Wellness Attendant
The Wellness Attendant at the Bloomington-Normal YMCA serves their community by being welcoming, connecting and supporting members as they grow in their journey of healthy living.
Facilities Team Member
The Facilities Team Member at the Bloomington-Normal YMCA is responsible for the overall cleanliness of the facility and the completion of planned cleaning projects. Under the supervision of the Director of Maintenance, the Facilities Team Member responds to member concerns in a professional and courteous manner and assists the Director of Maintenance in the further development of the custodial department.
Aquatics Team Member
Under the supervision of the Director of Aquatics, Lifeguard and Swim Instructors will be responsible for ensuring the safety of all aquatic participants in and around the pool area and maintaining a safe pool environment in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Summer STEAM Camp Counselor
Summer STEAM Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising and providing care and YMCA STEAM curriculum to youth. Using the supplies, lesson plans, and equipment provided, counselors will help to initiate and mediate age-appropriate activities that help to foster a healthy mind, body, and spirit for kids enrolled to encourage a healthy lifestyle as well as physical, social-emotional, and mental growth.
Child Watch Team Member
Child Watch Team Members provide care for children in the PNC Play and Learn Center of the YMCA and are responsible for the temporary care of children in accordance with the mission of the Bloomington-Normal YMCA.
Facilities Team Supervisor
Under the supervision of the Director of Maintenance, the Facilities Team Supervisor will be responsible for the overall cleanliness of the facilities, aiding in the supervision of custodial staff, and the completion of planned cleaning projects. The Facilities Team Supervisor responds to member concerns in a professional and courteous manner and assists the Director of Maintenance in the further development of the custodial team.
Junior Camp Counselor
Under the supervision of the Director of Youth Development, Junior Camp Counselors are the primary caregivers for our Summer Camp, ensuring the planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out of daily activities related to the mission of the YMCA.
Y Teens/Clubs Esports Instructor
The Y Clubs/Teens Esports Instructor is responsible for overseeing the entirety of Esports across both Y Clubs and Y Teens programs, and will assist in the development and operations of Esports programs to help ensure that the programs meet their intended goals.
Y Pals Counselor
Under the supervision of the Director of Youth Development, Y Pals Counselors are responsible for the implementation of Y Pals programming that promotes our core values and encourages children to build healthy mind, body and spirit.
Youth Basketball Referee
The role of a Referee is to officiate basketball games to ensure the safety and fairness of all children, coaches, and fans at YMCA basketball games.
Pre/Post Natal Instructor - Wellness
The Pre/Post Natal Instructor position focuses primarily on the leading and instructing of group fitness classes specifically catered to pregnant people in a safe, effective and positive environment for participants of all skill levels.
Y Tots Team Member
Y Tots Team Members will supervise and implement existing Y Tots programming in accordance with the goals and policies of the Bloomington-Normal YMCA, facilitating age-appropriate, purposeful and engaging activities in order to help the development of program participants.
Piano Instructor
Piano Instructors will teach piano lessons as part of our Youth Development team. They are responsible for ensuring all lessons are conducted in a safe, enjoyable and positive environment that promotes youth development and engagement.
Group Fitness Instructor
Under the supervision of the Director of Wellness, this position is responsible for leading and instructing group fitness classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment for participants of all fitness levels. ForeverWell/Active Aging instructors are encouraged to apply!
Internship
The Internship Program at the Bloomington-Normal YMCA gives interns an opportunity for a well-rounded experience in non-profit administration and operations. Internships will work to complete at least one major project during their time at the Y, and will be encouraged to take part in weekly leadership and operations meetings.