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Never a dull moment
Camp Counsellor (Former Employee) – Hamilton, ON – 24 April 2018
Working with children you can always look forward to having some fun. But working with the actual company can be tough sometimes because the outside communication (regarding work) is not as strong enough to ensure smooth flow between all employees.
fun, enjoyable and free snacks
Camp Counselor (Former Employee) – Saint John, NB – 24 April 2018
Planning activities, going swimming and trips for the campers which are always fun. volunteering for the YMCA was a great volunteer experience ever and hopefully, I get the opportunity to volunteer or work for the YMCA.
Pros
Free trips
Cons
only summer and no incomes
Productive and good entry job for lifeguarding
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (Former Employee) – Surrey, BC – 23 April 2018
Its a good job for a beginner lifeguards. Can be relaxing and can be very stressful in the rush of things. Overall staff is great and it is a community at the YMCA.
Not what I was expecting
Early Childhood Educator III - Site Supervisor (Former Employee) – Winnipeg, MB – 23 April 2018
The YMCA expects employees to do a lot for very little salary. The communication was very poor between the head office and off site child care locations. The moral was low.
Productive and enjoyable working environment
Summer Day Camp Counselor (Former Employee) – Mississauga, ON – 23 April 2018
While working at the YMCA, I gained transferable skills that are necessary to most work environments. As a Summer Day Camp Counselor, I learned how to have a positive influence on the daily lives of children. Overall, it was a great working and learning experience.
fun and active
taekwondo volunteer (Former Employee) – Mississauga, ON – 18 April 2018
I volunteered in Taekwondo classes because I was a black belt and my responsibilities included teaching the younger belts their blocks, kicks and patterns.
Pros
nice people
Cons
none
The YMCA is very good place to begin a career.
Project Director (Former Employee) – On a project site. – 13 April 2018
My experience at the YMCA was very good. I was able to observe the culture and their business model. As a non profit corporation they were pretty clear on their directives. The YMCA provided a supportive culture.
Pros
Great career place for those seeking to help others.
Cons
none
Great Place to Be
RECE Teacher (Former Employee) – Brooklin, ON – 13 April 2018
I love the level of training opportunities they provide as well as the level of commitment they display for the curriculum they develop and maintain. For the most part I am quite happy with the team I work with, there are occasional squabbles but they are quickly resolved.
Pros
YMCA Membership, Good Wages, Team Atmosphere
Cons
Part Time, Split Shift
Its a fun place to work
Volunteer Experiences (Former Employee) – Oshawa, ON – 12 April 2018
The YMCA is a fun place to work because you can play with the kids and make little friends.
The workplace culture is awesome because the employees are really friendly and they are always ready to help.
The workplace culture is awesome because the employees are really friendly and they are always ready to help.
Pros
Able to play with kids
Fantantic job, work environment, team and parents
Assistant Swimming Coach, Special Olympics (Former Employee) – Owen Sound, ON – 12 April 2018
A fantastic job, the coaches and the team were fantastic. The parents we a joy to work with as well. The team did very well and won ribbons for their efforts.
Pros
Great Place to Work
Cons
Volunteer work
Enjoyable but not rewarding
Customer Service Supervisor (Former Employee) – Montréal, QC – 11 April 2018
Fun and dynamic organization. Great for character building. However they're a non-profit organization and it shows on your pay check. Expect to give a lot and receive a little.
Pros
great culture
Cons
low pay
worst management
Maintenance Worker (Former Employee) – Saint John, NB – 10 April 2018
let me go because it wasn't working out and you have to bend over backwards to impress them or you will be let go before your 3 months is up.....good people but horrible to work for
Fulfilling and welcoming environment
LINC Instructor, Newcomer Connections (Current Employee) – Saint John, NB – 10 April 2018
Employees generally feel welcome and supported. Health benefits and free gym membership available to all staff. Enriching, all-inclusive environment is the Y's strength.
Pros
Health benefits for staff, cafeteria on site
Cons
Full-time work is not always available
Great place to work - also came with free use of the facilities when not working.
Facility Cleaner (Former Employee) – Barrie, ON – 8 April 2018
I cleaned change rooms, washrooms, a gymnasium, racquetball courts, fitness areas and multi-purpose rooms. I also washed, dried, and folded towels.
I worked with great people and one of the people I met became a friend and later became my husband.
The hardest part of the job was working as a night cleaner while I was pregnant with my daughter due to the work being physically demanding - it was difficult to bend over towards the end - and some fatigue issues. When I came back to work after maternity leave it seems like I was always tired also from being up with the baby etc...That was the biggest challenge but that should in no way reflect badly on the job or the facility - it was not their fault.
I always like cleaning/laundry jobs and this was the third cleaning/laundry job that I did. I worked for two summer camps prior cleaning washrooms, cabins, and rec halls, doing a variety of other maintenance tasks as required and doing camper, staff, and kitchen laundry.
I really enjoy both cleaning and laundry - I can tangibly see the progress I make, I take pride in doing it well, and it is not mentally/emotionally draining.
I worked with great people and one of the people I met became a friend and later became my husband.
The hardest part of the job was working as a night cleaner while I was pregnant with my daughter due to the work being physically demanding - it was difficult to bend over towards the end - and some fatigue issues. When I came back to work after maternity leave it seems like I was always tired also from being up with the baby etc...That was the biggest challenge but that should in no way reflect badly on the job or the facility - it was not their fault.
I always like cleaning/laundry jobs and this was the third cleaning/laundry job that I did. I worked for two summer camps prior cleaning washrooms, cabins, and rec halls, doing a variety of other maintenance tasks as required and doing camper, staff, and kitchen laundry.
I really enjoy both cleaning and laundry - I can tangibly see the progress I make, I take pride in doing it well, and it is not mentally/emotionally draining.
Exciting place to work
Lifeguard/ Swim Instructor (Former Employee) – Canada – 7 April 2018
Enjoyed working there though there were few opportunities for advancement. Worked both front desk at member services as well as in the pool as lifeguard and swim instructor.
Pros
Positive environment
Cons
little chance to advance
Productive and a nice working environment
Volunteer (Current Employee) – Montréal, QC – 7 April 2018
I want to work in a very cozy environment that's a bit challenging. Hopefully a place that would bring out my hidden potentials. I want to be able to gain work and gain enough experience to catapult me to the top.
Cons
Long hours
It was fun and I had a great time but the pay and availability were just decent
Summer Day Camps Counsellor (Former Employee) – Calgary, AB – 5 April 2018
it was ok and I had a good time but I wasn't advancing my career at all, and I was barely making enough money.
The culture was great, everyone was having fun and they cared about employee satisfaction.
The culture was great, everyone was having fun and they cared about employee satisfaction.
Pros
fun
Cons
not a lot of money
A really inclusive and welcoming environment
Counseller (Current Employee) – YMCA Camp Pine Crest – 5 April 2018
An inclusive, welcoming, and loving environment fit for all ages. It should pride itself on its ability to generate strong leaders who have developed a level of stewardship that is uncommon in most workplaces.
Great place to work
Child Care Centre Supervisor (Current Employee) – Niagara, ON – 4 April 2018
Love working for the Y, committed, fun and likeminded people to be around. Everyone is very friendly and every supervisor I’ve had has been incredibly supportive. Obviously as a charitable organization, it’s difficult for the association to be able to offer competitive wages and benefits for its employees, especially those who are casual, part-time, or seasonal. This is the only negative aspect of working for the YMCA of Niagara.