Membership Associate

Named a 2024 Top Workplace in the Philadelphia Inquirer, we are a diverse community joined together by a shared commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living and foster social responsibility.

With more than 60,000 members across Chester County, our programs and facilities are always based on the unique needs and interests of the communities we serve. In addition, our volunteers, staff, members and donors are all united by a deep commitment to continually strengthen Chester County.

Job Title: Membership Associate

Branch: Jennersville YMCA

Pay Class: Part Time

Shifts Available: Wed and Thurs 9:00am-12:00pm and Sat 9:00am-3:00pm

Rate: $13.00- $14.00

About the YMCA of Greater Brandywine: Named a 2024 Top Workplace by the Philadelphia Inquirer, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), an association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Position Purpose: The Membership Associate’s primary responsibility is to greet and welcome all who visit the YMCA. The Membership Associates build the Y community by providing accurate information and connecting members and non-members with one another, staff members, programs, and resources that will help them to accomplish their goals.

Responsibilities:

• Provides outstanding customer experience by greeting members and guests and helping to direct them to the appropriate areas in the facility.
• Develops and maintains a full understanding of the benefits, offerings, and values of YGBW membership and programming and can articulate them to all types of people with differing needs.
• Assists in giving cause-driven facility tours for prospective members.
• Performs basic functions in the organizational membership software system including but not limited to starting and processing memberships, updating contact information, taking payments, and registering individuals for programs.
• Ensures facility security by scanning members in and checking that their membership is valid before permitting entry. Screens prospects and non-members through the organization’s sexual abuse screening tool before providing entry.
• Answers member inquiries and/or directs to the appropriate staff member, ensuring the inquiry is responded to appropriately and in a timely fashion.
• Maintains accurate cash, receipt records, and financial operating procedures.
• Understands and properly executes opening and closing procedures.
• Maintains a professional atmosphere and presentation with proper and current signage.
• Always wears approved YGBW apparel and name tag when on duty.
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Basic computer knowledge and skills preferred, ability to learn new software and new software applications quickly.
• Excellent verbal communication skills preferred
• Cash handling experience preferred
• Enjoy working with and helping people with a friendly and positive demeanor
• Obtain and maintain all additional new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus, but not a requirement

Benefits:

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings and optional 403B retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00