Volunteer Opportunities

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The YMCA of Niagara is an association of volunteers and professionals whose purpose is to offer people opportunities of personal growth and service to others. Volunteers enjoy being part of an exciting environment, meeting new friends, gaining valuable experience, developing leadership and interpersonal skills, sharing their interests and abilities and most of all - being a Y team player.

Why Choose the YMCA for Your Volunteer Experience

At the YMCA, your time and talent will be appreciated and valued. In return, you'll also benefit from your experience:

• Become a part of a world wide association dedicated to serving people & communities
• Feel good & build self esteem
• Learn leadership skills
• Opportunities to enrich other members' lives
• Enhance career opportunities
• Meet new people
• Opportunities for workshops and training
• Keep your mind active
• Keep your body active
• Put free time to good use
• Give back to the community
• Be involved in the lives of your children
• Stay healthy & have fun

The YMCA believes that people enrich their own lives when they enrich the lives of others. Volunteers are an integral and essential part of our YMCA mission in action.

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Volunteer Opportunities

There are many volunteer opportunities within Y Membership Centres and Community Programs. Click on the title below to get more details about the position:

• Recreational Sports Volunteer
• Water Fitness Instructor
• Step or Aerobics Instructor
• Fitness Centre Host
• Membership Host
• Children/Youth Program Leader
• Special Needs Counsellor
• Day Camp
• Youth Action
• Maintenance/Cleaning Volunteer
• Parent Advisory Committee Volunteer
• International Committee Volunteer

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How Do I get Started?

Individuals interested in volunteering are asked to complete an application form available at any Branch Membership Desk. You can also download the form by clicking here. To ensure the volunteer experience is a rewarding one for everyone, applicants will be contacted for an interview to discuss skills, experience, time commitment and training required for a successful experience.

All YMCA staff and volunteers are asked to provide a current Criminal Reference Check (CRC) and three personal references.

Volunteer opportunities are open to YMCA members over the age of sixteen. Potential volunteers under the age of sixteen are accepted only if they are currently enrolled or have completed a YMCA leadership program such as an advanced aquatics course, Youth Leader Corps, Babysitters Training, etc.

Thank you for your interest in the YMCA. To find out more about volunteer opportunities, click on one of the links below:

Email: Niagara Falls Branch

Email: St. Catharines Walker Family Branch

Email: Niagara Centre Branch serving Welland and Pelham