POSITION SUMMARY: As the nation’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job. We offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. The main function of the party coordinator/attendant is to be responsible for assisting with the setup and coordination of daytime/evening events, as well as communication with parents and other staff to ensure members and guests have a positive experience.
QualificationsKNOW HOW/REQUIREMENTS:
Relationship Skills:
- Consistent positive attitude, modeling the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
- Uphold the mission of the YMCA and communicate our image using the Y’s Voice of Genuine, Nurturing, Hopeful, Welcoming, and Determined
- Able to observe and direct members and guests of all ages
- Able to build genuine relationships with children, parents, and coworkers
- Able to provide and create a welcoming atmosphere that is people centered and service oriented, standing and greeting members by name
- Be open, friendly and approachable to children and parents
Service Skills:
- Punctual, reliable, creative, and a self-starter
- Responsible for posting party signage, preparing designated space and communicating with waterpark staff about upcoming parties and day of communications with party guests
- Communicates with Aquatic Directors and aquatic staff of any party needs
- Present during party’s to obtain usage waivers and assist in checking in guests
- Provide a safe and welcoming atmosphere
- Assists Aquatic Program Director in updating party calendar
- Provides excellent and genuine care for members and guests
- Attend all required staff meetings and trainings
- Ability to lead/assist organized age-appropriate activities, including crafts and physical activities (if required)
Member Involvement Skills:
- Be knowledgeable about program areas and share information with members
- Be knowledgeable about the YMCA, its programs and policies
- Take specific actions to move members to more connected and committed relationships with the YMCA
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Lifting to 50lbs, bending, stooping, sitting on floor or in child sized chairs, diapering, assisting with toileting, climbing, reaching, running, carrying or holding a child up to 50lbs, and operating a computer are all required functions of the position. Spending time outdoors is also a requirement.
The YMCA of Greater Louisville is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.
Skills Required
- Model YMCA values: caring, honesty, respect, responsibility
- Uphold and communicate YMCA mission and Voice
- Observe and direct members and guests of all ages
- Build genuine relationships with children, parents, and coworkers
- Provide a welcoming, people-centered, service-oriented atmosphere
- Punctual, reliable, creative, and a self-starter
- Post party signage, prepare designated space, communicate with waterpark/aquatic staff
- Present during parties to obtain usage waivers and assist with guest check-in
- Assist Aquatic Program Director in updating the party calendar
- Attend all required staff meetings and trainings
- Lead or assist organized age-appropriate activities, including crafts and physical activities
- Physical ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs, bend, stoop, sit on floor, assist with toileting/diapering, and spend time outdoors
- Knowledgeable about YMCA program areas, programs, and policies
What We Do
The YMCA of Greater Louisville is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit social services organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Its mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, striving to strengthen communities by ensuring everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive regardless of age, income, or background.
