OUR CAUSE
At the Y, strengthening the community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. We are more than a place. We’re a purpose.
Working at the Y gives you the opportunity to:
- Strengthen communities and change lives
- Empower youth, improve health and well-being
- Inspire action in your community
- Work with diverse leaders
- Find your purpose
Benefits of Working with the Y
We invest in you. The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is dedicated to helping our team members reach their personal and professional goals and feel valued in the work they do.
Full-Time Benefits
- 12% paid retirement after meeting eligibility requirements
- 403(b) retirement savings account
- 44 locations throughout West Michigan
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your family
- Competitive compensation
- Discounted childcare
- Free YMCA family membership and discounted program fees
- Health, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and dependents
- Long term disability, basic life insurance and other voluntary benefits
- Starting at 15 days of paid time off and 9 paid holidays per year
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement with immediate access to tools, resources, subject matter experts and mentors and from over 10,000 communities with YMCAs across the country (called the Y Movement) to help you reach your potential in your role or program
- Rewarding work/life balance
- Robust Leadership Development and Certification program for all stages of a career rooted in the Y-USA’s Cause Driven Leadership® Competency Model
Part-Time Benefits
- 12% paid retirement after meeting eligibility requirements
- 403(b) retirement savings account
- 44 locations throughout West Michigan
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your family
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible work schedules
- Free YMCA individual membership and discounted program fees
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Opportunities for Advancement
Our Core Values
Caring
Show a sincere concern for others.
Honesty
Be truthful in what you say and do.
Respect
Follow the Golden Rule.
Responsibility
Be accountable for your promises and actions.
Inclusion
Include everyone.
Testimonials
Marta says the best part of her day at the YMCA is the PEOPLE. Marta’s Y story started when she learned how to swim as a little girl at the YMCA. Marta’s kids learned sports at the YMCA, and benefitted from financial assistance when she first joined the Y. She first started working at the Y as a part time front desk staff working 5-10 hour a week before she was asked to become a full-time membership staff. Now Marta is managing the Lowell YMCA.
Marta RozemaFormer Litehouse Family YMCA Executive Director (retired) 
“It’s all about the hugs and the laughter and the excitement in their faces…that’s what it’s all about.” When asked what keeps her going after 30 years of service she said, “The children, the families, my co-workers – they’re awesome.”
Marilynn ValentineLead Toddler Teacher 
