Position Summary
Be the first hello and last goodbye of the YMCA experience! Our Welcome Center Representatives create a warm, welcoming environment where members and guests feel seen, supported, and connected.
This is more than a front desk position. You’ll build relationships, help members get the most out of their Y experience, connect people to programs and services, and play an important role in creating a sense of belonging in our community.
What You’ll Do
- Take a S.E.C. to Smile, Engage, and Connect with everyone who enters the Y.
- Learn members’ names, build relationships, and practice C.A.R.E. in every interaction.
- Welcome members and guests, answer questions, provide tours, and connect people to YMCA programs and services.
- Assist with memberships, registrations, account changes, payments, and member requests with accuracy and integrity.
- Learn and confidently use our CRM and other YMCA technology to manage member accounts, document interactions, capture leads, and support follow-up.
- Help members use the YMCA app, kiosks, and other self-service tools.
- Answer phones and connect with current and prospective members to provide information and support.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming lobby and Welcome Center.
- Follow YMCA safety procedures and support the branch Emergency Action Plan.
- Share opportunities for members to become more involved through programs, volunteering, and the Annual Campaign.
What We’re Looking For
- Friendly, positive, and comfortable starting conversations with people of all ages.
- Dependable, organized, and committed to providing an exceptional member experience.
- Comfortable with technology and able to quickly learn and become proficient in our CRM and YMCA systems.
- Able to multitask while remaining welcoming, patient, and attentive.
- Excited to build relationships and help create a sense of belonging.
- Availability during our current priority shifts:
- Weekdays: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Weekends: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Why the Y?
At the Y, every interaction is an opportunity to make a difference. Whether you’re welcoming a new family, helping someone find the right program, solving a problem, or simply remembering a member’s name, you help make the Y a place where people feel like they belong.
If you love people, enjoy being part of a team, and want a job where your interactions matter, we’d love to welcome you to our team.
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Education/Experience/Physical Requirements
- Must complete required trainings in a timely manner determined by the manager.
- Must be proficient with computers, including personal computer applications such as database and word processing
- Enjoy, be skilled at and understand the importance of building relationships with people: members, staff, volunteers, donors, community leaders.
- Multi-task oriented, flexible, takes initiative.
- Effective communication (both verbal and nonverbal) and organizational skills.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Past customer service experience preferred
- CPR/AED certified within 90 days of employment. Must keep certification current.
- Ability to lift and carry at least 30 pounds.
- May be required to stand for extended periods of time while demonstrating physical stamina and agility.
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