Volunteer Project Catalog
R.C. Durr YMCA
Do you love basketball? Want to help kids, ages 3-10, learn to love it too? We have many volunteer opportunities for our winter basketball program. Coaches are needed to teach the fundamentals of basketball, good sportsmanship and to lead their teams in practice and in games. The season will run from 1/6/2025 through 3/1/2025. There are two different types of teams to coach: Teams 1-4 will play on Saturdays. They will practice for 30 minutes and then play their game for 30 minutes that same day. Teams 4-20 will meet TWO times a week: They will practice for 45 minute on a specified weeknight and play their games on a Saturday. HOW TO REGISTER: 1. If you received an invitation to coach and have spoken to Donovan McGuire, Sport Director, scroll down to HOLD A POSITION and select BASKETBALL COACH - TEAM you were assigned and click the blue volunteer button to register. 2. If you have not spoken to a Y Staff member: Scroll down to HOLD A POSITION and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button with BASKETBALL COACH- I'M INTERESTED IN COACHING! A member of the Volunteer Staff will reach out to you to schedule a time to discuss the volunteer role, necessary background check, training and logistics of the league. The Staff member will assign you to a team and help you to get started. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Y.
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R.C. Durr YMCA
Facility Volunteers assist our YMCA Facility Technicians and Member Experience Staff in making our YMCA the most welcoming place. We are looking for volunteers to help with the beautification and maintenance of our facility. Volunteers complete a variety of tasks depending on personal interest and Y needs which may include sprucing up the lobby and fitness centers, outside beautification activities such as landscaping maintenance and other simple light maintenance tasks. This role is ideal for those wanting to provide positive customer service while lending a helping hand. It is also designed for community service hour seekers to fulfill school or non-legal requirements. HOW TO REGISTER: A. First, Schedule an INTERVIEW: Scroll down to HOLD A POSITION and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button next to Facility Volunteer - I'm Interested in Volunteering! A member of the Volunteer Staff will reach out to you to schedule an interview to discuss the volunteer role, necessary background check and training. B. Then, you will be scheduled a Position AFTER your interview: Once your interview is complete and you are assigned the position, scroll down to HOLD A POSITION - Facility Volunteer- Assigned and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button. Your Y staff supervisor will set up your schedule and will set up your orientation. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Y.
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Volunteers work alongside staff to provide a safe, nurturing environment which sparks children's imaginations and inspires fun and creative play while parents are striving to achieve their own goals in the fitness center. Volunteers read, play and spend time with children 8 years old and under while assisting our fantastic Y child care staff. HOW TO REGISTER: A. First, Schedule an INTERVIEW: Scroll down to HOLD A POSITION and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button next to Kids' Club Volunteer - I'm Interested in Volunteering! A member of the Volunteer Staff will reach out to you to schedule an interview to discuss the volunteer role, necessary background check and training. B. Then, you will be scheduled a Position AFTER your interview: Once your interview is complete and you background check is complete, the Y staff will register you for the HOLD A POSITION - Kids' Club Volunteer- Assigned. Your Y staff supervisor will work with you to set up your schedule and your orientation. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Y.
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THIS VOLUNTEER PROJECT IS FOR LEADERS' CLUB MEMBERS and ADULT LEADERS ONLY. Leaders' Club youth gain the ability and knowledge to start and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. The leaders-in-training learn about effective communication, group dynamics of leadership, confidence building, and the history of the YMCA. A key element of Leaders' Club is the service the students give to the community. They learn how to to appreciate those who work in community service and learn the importance of serving others. The club teaches effective communication that fosters healthy debate and growth between individuals. Members take this knowledge and teach others, fostering networks of future leaders that lead healthy happy lifestyles. Thank you for volunteering and making an impact in our community!
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Become a part of the Fastest Growing Sport in America! Combining elements of badminton, tennis and ping pong, pickleball is easy to learn and fun for all ages. The Y is looking for volunteers who would like to share their joy of this fun filled game with other members and friends. Here is your chance to help others learn the game, help organize matches and have fun with fitness! Volunteer hours are flexible and available 7 days a week. HOW TO REGISTER: A. First, Schedule an INTERVIEW: Scroll down to HOLD A POSITION - Pickleball Volunteer- I'm Interested! and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button. A member of the Volunteer Staff will reach out to you to schedule an interview to discuss the volunteer role, necessary background check and training. B. Then, the Y Staff will Assign you a Position on the Volunteer Pickleball Crew: Once your interview is complete, you will be assigned a position on the Pickleball Crew and given a schedule and instructions on how to record your hours when you arrive. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Y!
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Do you love soccer? Want to help kids, ages 3-12, learn to love it too? We have many volunteer opportunities for our spring soccer program. Coaches are needed to teach the fundamentals of soccer, good sportsmanship and to lead their teams in practice and in games. The season will run from April 1st through May 25th There are two different types of teams to coach: Teams 1-6 will play on Saturdays. They will practice for 30 minutes and then play their game for 30 minutes that same day. Teams 7-30 will play TWO times a week: They will practice for 45 minute on a weeknight and play their games on a Saturday. HOW TO REGISTER: 1. If you received an invitation to coach and have spoken to the Sports Director, scroll down to HOLD A POSITION and select SOCCER COACH - TEAM you were assigned and click the blue volunteer button to register. 2. If you have not spoken to a Y Staff member: Scroll down to HOLD A POSITION and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button with SOCCER COACH- I'M INTERESTED IN COACHING! A member of the Volunteer Staff will reach out to you to schedule a time to discuss the volunteer role, necessary background check, training and logistics of the league. The Staff member will assign you to a team and help you to get started. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Y.
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Volunteers will assist the Swim Instructors during their classes. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in sharing their passion for aquatics. Seeking volunteers to help with safety around the water by providing an extra sets of arms and eyes in the pool as little ones learn the basics of how to swim. Volunteers also help set up and clean up equipment/pool deck as needed. Volunteers are fully trained and supervised by Swim Instructors at all times and provide assistance as needed. The Y is looking for volunteers who would like to share their joy of swimming with other members and friends. This position is perfect if you like kids, love the water and want to help others reach their goals of physical fitness. Volunteer hours are flexible and available 5 days a week. HOW TO REGISTER: A. First, Schedule an INTERVIEW: Scroll down to HOLD A POSITION - Swim Lessons Volunteer- I'm Interested! and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button. A member of the Volunteer Staff will reach out to you to schedule an interview to discuss the volunteer role, necessary background check and training. B. Then, the Y Staff will Assign you a Position on the Swim Lesson Volunteer Team: Once your interview is complete, you will be assigned a position as a Swim Lesson Volunteer and be given a schedule for participation and instructions on how to record your hours when you arrive. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Y!
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R.C. Durr YMCA
The R.C. Durr Barracuda Swim Team is one of the four competitive swim teams in the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati. Volunteers assist the team in a variety of capacities at swim meets throughout the season and with special projects and ongoing activities throughout the year. WHILE THE TEAM will use Team Unify to register for specific events, ANYONE who plans to volunteer at the YMCA must also create a volunteer account in Volunteer Matters, the Y's online volunteer portal. By creating this account, all volunteers are able to complete the Y's Volunteer Relationship Agreement and Waiver of Liability and acknowledge the Child Protection Policy & Child Abuse Reporting Procedures. Thank you in advance for helping the Y to create a safe and welcoming environment for swimmers, volunteers, and staff. Please encourage your family members and friends who plan to volunteer to create an account here as well! THIS IS A ONE-TIME REGISTRATION STEP FOR RC Durr Barracudas MEET Volunteers! Those parents who will serve on a special project committee will first register on this project and will be given other instructions on how to log their hours for committee work. TO CREATE AN ACCOUNT: Scroll down to Hold A Position at the bottom of this page and click on the blue VOLUNTEER buttons for Swim Meet Volunteer. The system will walk you through the process of creating your account. Please take note of your Username and Password, as you will use this system to register for other opportunities at the YMCA in the future. Thank you for registering as a volunteer with the R.C. Durr Barracudas!
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Volunteers assist our YMCA Member Experience Staff in making our YMCA the most welcoming place. We are looking for volunteers to join our welcome desk in wishing everyone that walks through our doors a warm welcome and a fond farewell! Welcome Center volunteers will have the opportunity to assist members with checking in as they enter and providing basic information. This position is perfect if you have a joyful personality and enjoy helping others. Volunteer hours are flexible and available 7 days a week. HOW TO REGISTER: A. First, Schedule an INTERVIEW: Scroll down to HOLD A POSITION and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button next to Welcome Center - I'm Interested in Volunteering! A member of the Y Staff will reach out to you to schedule an interview to discuss the volunteer role, necessary background check and training. B. Then, you will be scheduled a Position AFTER your interview: Once your interview is complete and you are assigned the position, a Y Staff Member will register you in the HOLD A POSITION - Welcome Center- Assigned project. Your Y staff supervisor will work with you to set up your schedule and your orientation. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Y.
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R.C. Durr YMCA
A Y Small Group Leader helps to enhance the Y's mission, fosters relationships, promotes belonging, and provides a space for members to feel spiritual/personal achievement. Volunteers have the opportunity to enhance their own knowledge and use and develop their own leadership skills and passions. Y Groups are created based on common interests and passions and the leader helps to coordinate meetings/activities and provides general ongoing support to the group. If you like to help others make meaningful connections this might be a great volunteer opportunity for you! TO REGISTER: Scroll to the bottom of the screen and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button next to Y Group Leader- I'm interested! A member of the Y staff will be in touch with you shortly to discuss the volunteer tasks, schedules, and will answer any questions. Thank you for your interest in volunteering as a Y Group Leader and for wanting to make an impact in our community!
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