Jobs

Join Our Team at the YMCA of Rome & Floyd County!

Are you ready to make a difference in your community while working in a fun, welcoming environment? The YMCA is currently accepting applications for a variety of entry-level positions at our locations—including roles at the front desk, on the cardio floor, and more.

We’re always looking for friendly, dependable team members who are passionate about helping others and ready to grow with us. Whether you’re greeting members, supporting our wellness floor, or keeping our facilities running smoothly, your role helps strengthen our community every day.

Now Considering Applicants For:

• Front Desk Attendants

• Cardio & Wellness Floor Staff

• Lifeguards*

• Child Watch Attendants*

*Note: Positions such as Lifeguard and Child Watch may require additional training or certifications. Don’t worry—we’ll guide you through it if you’re the right fit!

Why Work With Us?

• A supportive and inclusive team environment

• Opportunities for advancement and training

• A chance to positively impact lives, every single shift

Apply Today!
Use the link below to submit your application and tell us a bit about yourself. We’ll reach out if your experience and interests align with a current opportunity.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Join our team today! We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants available on weekdays, weekday evenings, and during the summer season. Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Builds positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six” model; completes related reports as required
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state health department code
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving
• Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action
• Identifies and celebrates the successes of members and program participants
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service training
• Assist with daily cleaning and sanitizing tasks in the aquatics department
• Performs other duties as assigned

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

• Relationships
• Communication
• Developing Others
• Inclusion
• Innovation
• Quality Results

Mentorship & After School Enrichment Volunteer 

As a mentor, you can provide encouragement and guidance to a child or teen who needs support or has similar interests as you.  As a volunteer, you will help provide kids with positive experiences that enrich their lives. Volunteer after school, and join us in providing a safe space for kids that is accessible and engaging.

Inspire and help our community's youth reach their full potential!

Programs for Elementary Aged Children are held on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:00pm - 4:30pm.

Programs for Teens Boys are held on Mondays & Wednesdays from 4:00pm - 5:30pm.

For more information about our Thrive Programs and volunteer opportunities, please contact Stephanie McElhone, Director of Community Development at smcelhone@ymcarome.org

Several time slots are available each week for individuals and small groups to volunteer!  Please contact Lindsey Fisher, Director of Anti-Hunger Initiatives at lfisher@ymarome.org for more information about our Mobile Food Markets and volunteer opportunities. 

We are grateful to our Mobile Food Market Partner: Hope Atlanta/Bagwell Pantry!

We are seeking volunteers to help with out Year-Round Food Program! Volunteers have the option to either help with the meal or to lead an activity with the kids. Volunteers working with the meals will help with set up, serving, and also clean up. Meal volunteers are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to their shift to attend a brief, but mandatory, training.  We welcome individuals and groups to volunteer once or, preferably, on a regular schedule throughout the year.