Event Host I

Crossroads YMCA • Schererville, IN

21d

About The Position

Are you energetic, outgoing, and love making people smile? We're looking for an enthusiastic Event Host to lead birthday parties and events at the Y! As the face of our celebrations, you'll create unforgettable experiences for our members. Apply Now! POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Event Host I provides excellent customer service to all members, guests, and program participants by responding to their needs and creating a welcoming and fun environment.

Requirements

• Minimum age 16 required.
• Six months or more of related experience required.
• Must be flexible to work evenings and weekends.
• Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED & First Aid, New Employee Orientation, and online trainings.
• Required trainings: Duty to Report, Keeping your YMCA Safe, and Daxko 100.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Must have a passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Lead event activities in a manner that ensures an elevated level of customer satisfaction.
• Create memorable experiences for event guests by executing activity plans.
• Demonstrates a friendly, courteous, and professional manner with volunteers, staff, parents, and participants.
• Supervises and participates in activities with all children.
• Implements curriculum and activity plans within the established guidelines.
• Understand, articulate, and enforce YMCA policies and procedures in a positive way by giving safety briefings and ensuring that all policies are being adhered to.
• Maintains required program records and equipment needs.
• Improvises quickly and appropriately when faced with unexpected circumstances, to better meet the needs of members and their children.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed