Dance Program Assistants
Dance assistants are there to assist the Dance Instructors with helping to organize kids, demonstrate skills, move equipment, hold hands, give encouragement and simple correction.
Age Requirements: Minimum age to volunteer is 12.
Location/Program Sites: Cook County Branch
Days & Times: This opportunity is available in the later afternoons and evenings Monday-Thursday
Commitment: We ask that volunteers commit to the whole session. We also ask that when possible, volunteers assist with their class, during the spring recital.
Cook County Community YMCA Childhood Center
The Cook County YMCA and Cook County Community Education Program are collaborating in this Child Care Center to offer quality full-day child care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Volunteers are needed to make sure the kids are having fun and staying safe. A great opportunity for someone who likes to be around small children!
Location/Program Sites: Cook County Branch
Days & Times: This opportunity is available Monday-Friday between 8:00am-5:00pm.
Commitment: We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of one time per week.
Child Care Equipment and Toy Rotator
Believe it or not, kids like to try new toys from time to time! It is a big job to clean and rotate everything in and out. We’re looking for a volunteer to help clean and rotate the toys around. A great opportunity for someone who likes to be busy and creative!
Location: Cook County Branch
Commitment: We’re looking for a volunteer to help on a regular basis. We are flexible but once a week would be great!
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours and can be done whenever the Y is open.
Volunteer Opportunities with our School Age Child Care Program
Volunteers will have the opportunity to work closely with a diverse group of students in our school-age child care program. Volunteers serve as role models and extra support for the students and staff working on academics and engagement in program activities and clubs. Ages of youth served: grades K-5. Minimum age to volunteer is 16. The school year program runs September through early June.
Location: Cook County Branch
Commitment: Must be able to make a commitment to the program for 10 weeks for a minimum of one day per week.
Days & Times: Volunteer opportunities available Monday-Friday from school dismissal until 5:15pm.
Youth in Government (YIG) Delegation Specialist (Fall Only)
What is YIG? YIG is a national program of the Y that involves teens in grades 8-12 in state-organized, model-government programs. Students have the opportunity to discuss and debate issues that affect citizens of their state and to propose legislation. The program culminates with teens serving as delegates at their state conference, debating bills on the floor of the legislature.
We’re looking for a volunteer to serve as a Delegation Specialist to attend weekly YIG meetings and assist youth in writing bills and preparing for the Model Assembly.
Position Summary: The YIG Delegation Specialist will work with students in grades 8-12 as they prepare to represent Duluth at the statewide Model Assembly. Duties will include: supporting students’ leadership development, promote youth advocacy and engage young people in the political process as delegates.
Essential Functions:
1. Attend YIG meetings and assist youth in writing bills and preparing for Model Assembly.
2. Must be able to attend weekly meetings.
3. Attend the Model Assembly at the MN State Capital. The Model Assembly is typically held the first or second weekend in January running Thursday through Sunday. Transportation and food will be provided.
Qualifications:
1. Basic understanding of Minnesota State Legislature and how a bill becomes a law.
2. Experience in campaigning, elections and lobbying is helpful, but not required.
Calling all Gardening Lovers! We have a Gardening Project for you at the Y… (summer only)
Assist our Day Campers and Preschoolers with planting and maintaining a garden and flower beds. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable working with kids and willing to teach them about gardening. Also includes assisting with the harvest at the end of the season.
Ideally, our Day Campers would receive gardening instruction Mon, Wed, Fri and our Preschoolers on Tues/Thurs. Someone could do all of this or two people could split this and each work with an age group. The groups will be coming to the community garden plot with their staff members who will be in charge of overall supervision so the volunteer can focus on the garden and teaching kids about gardening.
Age Requirements: Minimum age to volunteer is 16.
When: Ideally we’re looking for someone to help in the mornings or afternoons for about 30 minutes, a few days per week. We are really flexible and can find a time that works best for you!
SPORTS AND RECREATION
Youth Sports Volunteer Coach Aide
Youth Sports at the Y are game-based programs that teach children (ages 4-18 years) the fundamentals and rules of an individual sport. The Y also incorporates character development into the program for each sport. Sport schedules rotate throughout the year and include sessions for the following programs: Soccer | Swim Team | Gymnastics | Dance | Archery
AQUATIC FACILITY
Swim Instructor Aide
No teaching experience necessary! If you can blow bubbles and have a passion for working with kids, we can teach you the rest. Volunteers are needed to help swim instructors with swim lessons. Minimum age to volunteer is 14. Volunteers just need to be able to swim and enjoy interacting with children.
Program Site: Cook County Branch Pool
Days & Times: varies
Commitment: We ask that volunteers commit to a specific time and day for the entire six-week session
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS
Cleaning, Organizing and Work Project Volunteer
If you like to pop in a podcast and get down to work, this is the gig for you! You can make a big difference at the Y. You will help our staff interact with members and provide a safe and clean facility for all. Duties may include things like wiping dust from surfaces, folding towels and organizing storage spaces. Minimum age to volunteer is 12.
Location/Program Sites: Cook County Branch
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours and can be done whenever the Y is open.
CUSTOMER SERVICE / MISCELLANEOUS
Volunteer Service Club
We’re looking for people who want to join our Volunteer Corps! This is for people who want to volunteer but might not want or be able to make a regular commitment to the Y. It’s as easy as joining the service club and then we’ll call upon you when an opportunity arises and you can say “count me in” or “no thanks!”
Greeter at the Member Service Desk
If you know what great customer service looks and feels like, this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Greeters are responsible for providing a high level of customer service. Responsibilities include greeting members, checking them into the Y, handing out towels and equipment. Minimum age to volunteer is 18. Must have some computer skills and able to provide excellent customer service.
Location/Program Sites: Cook County Branch
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours
Facility Monitor
We’re looking for someone to assist with monitoring the facility. This is a great opportunity for someone with an eye for detail and who likes to engage with the public. Duties include things like: taking active strolls throughout the building looking for anything that needs attention (cleanliness, youth not following age policies in certain program spaces, members that need assistance, etc.) May also include opportunities to give building tours. Minimum age to volunteer is 18.
Location/Program Sites: Cook County Branch
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours
How to Apply:
Click here to fill out our online application or you can download a PDF version here.
Questions?
Gina Miller
Volunteer and Internship Coordinator
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
(P) 218.722.4745 x159
(E) gmiller@duluthymca.org
VOLUNTEERS OF THE Y
- Lead our boards of directors and committees
- Raise funds to ensure the Y is accessible to all members of the community
- Coach our sports teams and teach many of our classes
- Motivate and support youth in building the character strengths, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, smart life choices and the pursuit of higher education and goals
- Extend a hand to help adults who want to do more, be more or live healthier
- Advocate for the Y’s efforts to influence policies and initiatives that positively impact societal issues of importance to the nation, and your community
- Participate in opportunities to give back and support neighbors
The Y is a nonprofit like no other. Take an active role in strengthening your community.