Salary: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly


The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all. 

The West Side YMCA is seeking a Community Arts Activity Specialist. Under the direction of the Sports, Arts, and Movement Director and the Studio Manager, the Community Arts Activity Specialist will be responsible for monitoring the Art Studio and usage within the facility. General duties include the enforcement of all YMCA policies and procedures, as well as ensuring a positive environment for members and guests in all assigned areas.

The major functions of the Community Arts Activity Specialist include:

• Demonstrate strong service and hospitality through the development of interpersonal relationships with all members, participants, and staff of the YMCA.

• Ensure ongoing communication with membership services.

• Continually serve as a resource for members' questions, concerns, or needs.

• Ensure the enforcement of established YMCA policies and procedures, guidelines, and Code of Conduct.

• Effectively monitor the studio usage schedule while encouraging community.

• Ensure ongoing cleanliness of the facility and equipment.

• Embody the YMCA core values.
   

Key Responsibilities:

• Uphold all YMCA of Greater New York standards and guidelines.

• Monitor the entrance to the Art Studio and ensure that access is granted to the correct individuals.

• Maintain attendance rosters of participants.

• Assist members and program participants in effectively utilizing materials and equipment.

• Continuously monitor all areas of the Art Studio to ensure proper usage and adherence to policies and guidelines.

• Complete incidents/accident reports in a timely manner.

• Maintain organization and cleanliness of all spaces, materials, supplies, and equipment utilized.

• Maintain communication with supervision and maintenance staff to ensure thorough cleaning of the Art studio spaces.

• Inform supervision of needed supplies (including cleaning supplies), when applicable.

• Ensure participants exit the studio and/or facility after the program ends.

• Maintain the integrity of the Community Arts Department and the YMCA of Greater New York.  

• All other duties as needed for the successful operation of the Art Studio and the programs offered by the YMCA of Greater New York.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. College degree preferred.

• Experience in the field of visual arts.

• Knowledge of ceramics is a must.

• Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.

• Creativity and flexibility are a must.

• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification preferred.

• Excellent communication skills, personable, flexible, energetic, and responsible.

Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.