The Y achieves its mission one person at a time. Our success is driven by the passion, enthusiasm, and dedication of our most valued resource, our team. Our employees and volunteers contribute to the advancement of the Y’s vision by meeting the needs of individuals in our communities.
FIND YOUR POTENTIAL. FIND YOUR Y.
We're hiring and accepting volunteers!
Featured Positions
Aquatics Positions - Part Time
Muskegon Y Swim Team (MYST) Head Coach
Are you passionate about supporting kids in being successful in swimming and in life? Support the Y in continuing our tradition of excellence in the sport of swimming by joining our MYST team.
Requirements for this position include:
- Must be 18 years of age, or older
- Technical knowledge of swimming principles and basic skills related to competitive swimming
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- A positive attitude and willingness to attend trainings and certifications as required
Muskegon Y Swim Team (MYST) Assistant Head Coach
Are you passionate about supporting kids in being successful in swimming and in life? Support the Y in continuing our tradition of excellence in the sport of swimming by joining our MYST team.
Requirements for this position include:
- Must be 18 years of age, or older
- Technical knowledge of swimming principles and basic skills related to competitive swimming
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- A positive attitude and willingness to attend trainings and certifications as required
Safety Around Water (Swimming) Instructor
Did you spend your summers as a kid playing on the beach or swimming like a fish in the lake? If you answered yes to that question and have loved the water since you were little, we have a job for you. Keep future generations safe by passing down the skills needed to be safe in and around water.
Requirements for this position include:
- Must be 18 years of age, or older
- Must have basic swim knowledge
- Swim instructor certification is a plus, but not required
- Ability to communicate and listen effectively to both children and adults
- Must be mature, responsible, alert, and professional
- Must attend CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, and other safety trainings when offered
- Must be a friendly, positive team player
- Must have a wide range of availability
Lifeguard
Dive into a rewarding opportunity! If you love water and are passionate about ensuring the safety of others, we’re on the lookout for dedicated lifeguards to join our team and contribute to the success of our aquatics programs across Muskegon County.
Requirements for this position include:
- Must be 16 years of age, or older
- Must be mature, responsible, and alert
- Have access to reliable transportation
- Have the ability to communicate and listen effectively to staff and patrons
- Must attend CPR, First Aid, and other safety trainings when offered
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to work alongside other instructors and Y employees
Health Coach Positions - Part Time
Lifestyle Coach
Are you interested in helping others live their healthiest life? If you’re passionate about goal setting and building relationships, we want you to be a Certified Lifestyle Coach for our Diabetes Prevention Program!
Requirements for this position include:
- Strong communication, organization, and relationship building skills
- Good attention to detail
- Empathy for health seekers
- Flexibility to work with people with diverse backgrounds in a variety of settings
- Cultural competency and understanding of behavior change
Livestrong Instructor
We’re searching for someone who is passionate about well-being and driven to make a difference in the lives of others. As a Livestrong Instructor, you will implement fitness classes for cancer survivors in a safe, enjoyable and positive environment that promotes wellness and engagement.
Requirements for this position include:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Group Exercise, Personal Training certification or education in the fitness field is preferred
- Availability to teach at least 2 classes per week
- Strong communication, organization, and relationship building skills
- Empathy for survivors
- Flexibility to work with people with diverse backgrounds in a variety of settings
JOIN OUR CAUSE
Apply today by filling out our Application Form below or by downloading the Employment and Volunteer Application Form PDF, completing, and returning to info@muskegonymca.org.