Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose every day.
Full Time Job Benefits
- Free Family Membership, Outdoor Pool Membership and Individual Pickleball Center Membership
- Between 50% - 75% Program Discounts on Childcare, Camp, Youth Sports, Swimming Lessons and more!
- Babysitting While You Work
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Generous 12% Retirement Contributions (after two years) & Optional 403B Savings Plan (from day one)
Part Time Job Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedules & Paid Trainings
- Free Family Membership and Outdoor Pool Membership
- Up to 4 Hours/Day of Babysitting While Working
- Between 15 - 25% Program Discounts on Childcare, Camp, Youth Sports, Swimming Lessons and More!
- Generous 12% Retirement Contributions (after two years) & Optional 403B Savings Plan (from day one)
EVEN MORE Benefits to Working at YGBW
Free Employee Medical
Free Employee Medical Benefits on select plans, with Minimal Cost Dental and Vision Benefits.
Career Development
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine offers a wide variety of training and leadership development opportunities in addition to nationwide YMCA training opportunities.
Employee Referral Program
Refer a friend to work for the YMCA of Greater Brandywine and receive up to $300 per referral.
Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a professional counseling and referral service designed to help employees with personal, family and job issues. The EAP is free, voluntary and strictly confidential.
Retirement Accounts
As early as your first day of employment, you can begin to save for retirement in a tax-deferred 403(b) Smart Account in the Savings Plan. You can also roll over money from eligible employer pension plans or certain IRAs to a Rollover Account.
Generous 12% Retirement Contributions start the first of the month after 2 continuous years of service.
Employee Resource Networks
The Employee Resource Networks (ERNs) are employee networks that offer community, camaraderie and connections to the Association, giving employees a sense of belonging. These networks emphasize the goal of employees coming together to increase their professional and social networks in an effort to strengthen professional development and business savvy.
Tuition Discounts & Reimbursement
Did you know that if you're an employee of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine you receive tuition discounts AND you can apply for tuition reimbursement?
Please contact YMCA Benefits to learn more.
Wellness Programs
The YMCA offers employees the opportunity to participate and benefit from many wellness programs and initiatives that help build a healthy spirit, mind and body.
We’ve partnered with HUSK Nutrition to offer customized, one-on-one nutritional counseling with a Registered Dietician. Covered by most health insurance plans! Learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions About Working at the Y
- Ages 15 – 18 years old? Great first job!
- College or Post-College Students? Flexible schedule and career options!
- Life-Long Career? Begin your career as a Program Director and Grow to Executive Director or CEO! Career opportunities also available in Marketing, Finance, HR, Program and Membership Development.
- Returning to the workforce? The Y is a great place to re-start.
- Retired? Working for the Y gives you long-lasting community connections.
Exciting Atmosphere: As a Y associate, you can count on new and exciting challenges every day. With a variety of creative, educational and fun activities, you will see individuals grow, become healthier and reach their potential.
Variety of Opportunities: Y employment opportunities include seasonal, part-time, and full-time positions each featuring growth opportunities and coworkers that will quickly feel like family.
Flexible Work Schedules: Schedules are flexible and meet the needs of those desiring full-time or part-time work. Our schedules include morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts.
The Y Invests in You: The Y is dedicated to helping you reach your professional goals and realize your leadership potential in a wide array of positions that support youth development, healthy living, social responsibility and operational excellence. Leadership development programs, coaching and mentoring will help you discover a satisfying, lifelong career helping others.
Great Benefits: Y associate benefits include free Y membership, program fee discounts and more.
Make a Difference: Help move people forward and build a stronger community through delivering the benefits of good health, strong connections, greater self-confidence and a sense of security to all who seek it.
Global Organization: The Y serves more than 45 million people in 119 countries. Ys across the U.S. play an integral role in strengthening the leadership and youth programs of the Y around the world.