Gym Monitor - Parkville
Parkville, Maryland, United States of America
Full Time
1 week ago
Key skills
Communication
About this role
Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.
At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous paid time off, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as dependent care FSA. We offer a generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, and opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to fostering a positive work environment means you'll have access to training and development programs that align with our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Join us and bring your passion to a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference!
How this role contributes to the Y’s mission:
As a Gym Monitor at the Y, you help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children and families using the play structure and program spaces. You will actively supervise participants to ensure their safety, enforce Y policies, and respond quickly to any concerns or emergencies. Through your presence and attention to detail, you help ensure every child and family has a positive, inclusive, and enjoyable experience. In this role, you directly support the Y’s mission by promoting youth safety, healthy development, and community connection in a fun and active environment.
This work is right for you if you have:
• An ability to stay alert, attentive, and actively supervise children in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully with children, families, and staff
• Sound judgment and the ability to enforce rules consistently and calmly
• An interest in creating safe, positive, and inclusive spaces for youth and families
• The ability to respond quickly and appropriately to safety concerns or emergencies
• Comfort working with diverse populations in a customer-facing environment
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends
All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.
At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous paid time off, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as dependent care FSA. We offer a generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, and opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to fostering a positive work environment means you'll have access to training and development programs that align with our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Join us and bring your passion to a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference!
How this role contributes to the Y’s mission:
As a Gym Monitor at the Y, you help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children and families using the play structure and program spaces. You will actively supervise participants to ensure their safety, enforce Y policies, and respond quickly to any concerns or emergencies. Through your presence and attention to detail, you help ensure every child and family has a positive, inclusive, and enjoyable experience. In this role, you directly support the Y’s mission by promoting youth safety, healthy development, and community connection in a fun and active environment.
This work is right for you if you have:
• An ability to stay alert, attentive, and actively supervise children in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully with children, families, and staff
• Sound judgment and the ability to enforce rules consistently and calmly
• An interest in creating safe, positive, and inclusive spaces for youth and families
• The ability to respond quickly and appropriately to safety concerns or emergencies
• Comfort working with diverse populations in a customer-facing environment
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends
All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.