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YMCA OF GREATER KANSAS CITY

Careers

Find Your Passion. Find Your Y.

As a leading nonprofit for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the Y seeks passionate associates to help the Y strengthen our community.


 

Make a Lasting Difference

Opportunities at the Y range from executive to part-time hourly. All employees have the opportunity to learn and grow through training opportunities. To be considered for a YMCA of Greater Kansas City position, an online application is required.

Youth Development (Y Club and Day Camp)

If you have a passion for youth and want to help foster achievement, relationships and belonging, the Youth Development team is for you. Our Y Club before and after school and Summer Day Camp program team members are enthusiastic about their work because they positively impact kids daily. Positions include Youth Leaders, Site Supervisors, Assistant Site Supervisors and Day Camp Counselors. 

Aquatics

Have a passion for the water? Lifeguards watch over the safety of children and families in our pools. Swim Lessons Instructors teach people of all ages and abilities to improve their skills, develop confidence and create a life-long enjoyment of swimming and water safety. Positions include Lifeguards, Swim Lessons Instructors and Swim Team Coaches. Need to get or renew your lifeguard certification? The Y provides FREE lifeguard training and certification—a $350 value. 

Head Start and Early Education

Join the Y’s Early Education and Head Start team. You’ll work with others who are passionate about creating a welcoming, safe, family atmosphere for young children in our communities. Available positions include Teachers, Teacher Assistants, Family Advocates and more. Year-round and school-year positions are available. 

Healthy Living

Are you passionate about helping others improve their health and wellness? Help people of all ages and abilities develop a healthy lifestyle and attitude, and feel better in spirit, mind and body.  Available positions include Personal Trainers, Healthy Living Coaches and Group Exercise Instructors. 

Membership

With locations throughout the metro, the Y welcomes the community to our membership facilities. If you're passionate about connecting with people and helping them connect with others, the Y’s membership positions are for you. Positions include Membership Engagement Representatives, Building Monitors, Child Watch and more. 

Leadership and Support

There are many opportunities to lead and support the work of one of the largest nonprofit organizations. Positions in People Services, Accounting, Finance and IT support the work of our centers and programs. Leadership positions inspire, grow and develop Y associates in all areas.

Our Jobs Mean More

Our Mission

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental, and physical well-being.

Our Core Values

At the YMCA, our core values are the essential principles guiding us in everything we do. Every day, we work to ensure that all people have access to the opportunities, relationships, and resources necessary to learn, grow, and thrive.

 

  • Caring. Show a sincere concern for others.
  • Honesty. Be truthful in what you say and do.
  • Respect. Treat each other as we’d all like to be treated.
  • Responsibility. Be accountable for your promises and actions.  

Our Culture

Every day and in everything we do, we strive to create a Welcoming, Genuine, Hopeful, Nurturing, and Determined culture.

 

  • Welcoming. We are open to all. We are a place where everyone can be, belong, and become.
  • Genuine. We value everyone and encourage individuals to be true to themselves and others.
  • Hopeful. We believe in people and their ability to be catalysts for good in the world.
  • Nurturing. We are with people in their journey to develop to their full potential.
  • Determined. We work relentlessly to strengthen communities. 

Hiring Events

Are you committed to making a difference in the lives of others? Check out our schedule for local hiring events!

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran and committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization.

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