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YMCA of Northern Alberta offers hundreds of opportunities in a variety of areas including administration, aquatics, health and wellness, child and youth development, daycare and education, community outreach, facility operations and much more.
Come work in a fast-paced, supportive and fun environment where everyone belongs!
Job Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Learn new skills, share your knowledge and expertise, meet new people, find a place to belong and make new friends all while supporting your community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What benefits does the Y offer for employees?
Full-time employees can receive:
- YMCA membership and facility access to Ys across Canada
- discounts on YMCA programming, such as day camps and YMCA Child Care
- hybrid work-from-home options depending on position type
- comprehensive health and dental benefits
- pension plan
- paid vacation days as well as personal days
- access to education scholarships just for YMCA employees
- leadership training and development
- opportunities for advancement
Part-time employees can receive:
- YMCA membership and facility access to Ys across Canada
- discounts on YMCA programming, such as day camps and YMCA Child Care
- access to education scholarships just for YMCA employees
- training and development opportunities
- opportunities for advancement
What benefits does the Y offer for volunteers?
Volunteers can receive:
- YMCA membership and facility access to Ys across Canada,
- access to education scholarships just for YMCA employees
- training and development opportunities
- opportunities to challenge YMCA certifications and gain additional certifications at no cost (position dependant)
Will I be contacted after I submit my application?
We appreciate your interest in YMCA of Northern Alberta. However, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Do I need references?
Employment and volunteer applications all require three references, which are checked as part of the interview process.
Do I need a police information check?
Employees and volunteers must provide a Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check before their start date, from the city where they currently reside.
How old do I have to be to work or volunteer?
Most employment opportunities start at 18 years and older. However, there are some positions in child programming, such as summer day camps, where we accept applications from those 16 years and older.
Volunteering at the YMCA starts at 12 years in youth leadership programs. Parental consent is required for all volunteers 17 years and under.
What kind of training can I expect?
All positions receive an orientation and on-the-job training on their work location(s), position and the Y. YMCAs across Canada have a national child protection policy and standards, which are also included in initial training. Additional training is position dependent.
Where You Can Be You
As one of Canada’s largest serving charities, the YMCA has a vital role to play in diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-oppression work. Together, we can be a place for people to connect, hear each other and live up to our collective responsibility.
By creating life-enhancing opportunities for everyone to belong, thrive and have their basic needs met, together we can contribute to the Canada We Want: a place where our differences are valued and encouraged.
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y.
We are welcoming.
We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong.
We are genuine.
We value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful.
We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing.
We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined.
Above all else, we are on a constant quest to make our community stronger.
If you want to join us — apply today!