Employment Opportunities
The YWCA of Bergen County is an equal opportunity employer that provides a fabulous working environment and an attractive benefits package. Employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for medical and dental insurance, a 403b retirement plan, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, sick time, personal days and three weeks vacation (for the first five years). In addition, employees who work 20 or more hours each week are eligible for free membership to our all new Bolger Fitness Center, 50-percent off the cost of childcare and summer camps and additional discounts on other programs.
Director Health Promotion Services
Responsible for the administration, management and growth of the Health Promotional Services department, which includes the following programs: Aquatics, Fitness and Dance, Health and Therapeutics, and the Bolger Fitness Center. The HPS director supervises the core staff for each of these program units, and provides guidance and direction to each in the areas of program development, leadership and supervision, fiscal management, financial aid, marketing and administration.
Takes a leadership role in the Joint Management of the Oak Street facility, which includes working collaboratively with key YMCA and Joint Management staff to ensure safe and effective program operations within the Oak Street facility.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree with coursework in health, physical education, recreation, business, or a related field plus.
- 5 years experience in health, wellness, fitness, aquatics, physical education or a related field with 5 years supervisory/management responsibilities
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Ability to take initiative and to develop viable program plans to meet community needs along with business development and marketing skills to implement new programs that meet programmatic and financial targets
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Proven ability to develop systems for managing staff, monitoring and evaluating program quality, managing client communications and ensuring safety for both on-site and off-site programs which operate up to 18 hours per day, 7 days a week
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Proven ability to manage safety and risk management issues, preferably with regards to health and fitness programs and/or a multi-use facility
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Knowledge of certification requirements for health and fitness programs
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Good oral and written communication skills.
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Experience in developing budgets and managing departmental revenues and expenses
- Solid knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Flexibility and ability to work in a changing environment.
Interested candidates should contact Kathy Carter at kcarter@ywcabergencounty.org
Camp Counselors and Instructors
Are you enthusiastic, motivated, creative and fun? Have we got a job for you!!! The YWCA is looking for individuals to work with children 6-13 years old in one of our 3 summer camps. Experience working with children a must. The camps are located in Saddle River NJ, Dumont NJ, & Harriman State Park, NY. (transportation to the camp in Harriman is available).
We are also seeking Instructors in the following areas: Environmental Education, Drama/Music, Sports/Archery, Kayaking, Canoeing & Lifeguarding/Swimming.
Interested individuals may contact Lisa at (201) 881-1729 or lwukich@ywcabergencounty.org or check out our summer camp on this site for additional information and an application.
Fitness Instructor
Certified group fitness instructors needed to teach day and evening classes.
Ridgewood location. Contact Jenn Wilshaw at 201-444-5600 x351 or email resume to jwilshaw@ywcabergencounty.org.
Lifeguard Instructor
Spring and summer positions available. Monday - Friday & weekend hours available at our Ridgewood location. Lifeguard training and CPR certifications required. Call Alysse at 201-444-5600 ext. 349.
Specialty Instructors
Needed to teach Children’s Yoga, Karate and/or Dance in various locations throughout Bergen County. Certification req’d. Contact Jennifer at 201-444-5600, ext. 351 or email resume to jwilshaw@ywcabergencounty.org
Teacher’s Assistants
F/T and P/T positions available at the YWCA Childcare center. Great working environment, ideal for college or high school students. Experienced working with infants and preschoolers a must. Contact Lisa at 201-881-1729 EOE
Teacher
F/T for YWCA childcare center, excellent benefit package and great working environment, BA in Education required and experience with Pre K or Preschool a must. Send resume to lwukich@ywcabergencounty.org or call 201-881-1729 EOE
Recreation Counselor
Are you creative, fun, organized and highly motivated? Come join the #1 provider of Before and After School Programs in Bergen County. High School Diploma preferred, experience working with children a must.
Hours: Seasonal September – June
Before School Hours 7:30am – 8:45am
After School Programs 2:30 – 6:00pm
Contact Maire Brosnan Katavolos at (201)881-1726 or MKatavolos@ywcabergencounty.org
The YWCA of Bergen County is an equal opportunity employer
