Laundry Assistant

YMCA of Greater Toronto; Brampton, Markham, Mississauga, Golden Horseshoe, Oshawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community at the YMCA, where you'll have the chance to contribute to a caring and inclusive environment. As a Laundry Assistant, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of laundry services while interacting with members and staff. This volunteer position offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to learn new skills, all while promoting the YMCA's mission and values. Be part of a dedicated team that has been empowering individuals for over 170 years, making a positive impact across the Greater Toronto Area. Your involvement will help ignite potential in others and foster a sense of belonging for all.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Opportunity to Learn New Skills

Community Engagement

Diversity and Inclusion Training

Qualifications

• Volunteers must be 18+ and provide a Police Reference Check.
• Emergency First Aid/CPR certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Folding towels and stocking towel shelves.
• Building relationships with members and delivering YMCA service.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Emergency First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

Time Commitment: Flexible schedule with a minimum time commitment of three months.

Minimum Age: 13

Location(s): Brampton YMCA, Markham YMCA, Mississauga YMCA, North York YMCA, Oshawa YMCA, Scarborough YMCA, Vaughan YMCA, West End YMCA.

Program Description

At the YMCA, we're more than a gym. We're a place where you can be yourself, meet new friends, and have fun. Our Health and Fitness Centres support members as they strive to reach their potential and work toward their goals as part of an inclusive, caring, and healthy community. Our fitness centres feature modern equipment and amenities to make your workout as convenient and comfortable as possible. Laundry Assistants partner with staff to maintain smooth flow of laundry services throughout the facility.

Major Duties

Major Duties May Include:

• Folding towels according to YMCA standards.
• Delivering towels and stocking towel shelves.
• Completing other assigned duties by the Membership Programs Specialist or other YMCA membership or facilities staff.
• Remaining positive, helpful, and welcoming at all times.
• Building relationships with members and introducing them to other members, staff, and volunteers.
• Delivering YMCA service responsibly, honestly, respectfully, and with care.

Qualifications

• Volunteers 18 years of age or older will need to provide a Police Reference Check from their local police service before their first day of volunteering and every three years on the anniversary of their first day of volunteering.
• Emergency First Aid/CPR certification is an asset.
• Be a part of the YMCA team and promote the YMCA Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Opportunity to learn new skills.
• Learn about diversity at the YMCA and meet new people from all walks of life.

How to Apply

Complete the online volunteer application. You will need to provide the position title and location information of this position during step 3 of the application.

Our Commitments

The YMCA of Greater Toronto values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

About YMCA of Greater Toronto

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. As outlined in our 2020–2025 strategic plan, Ignite the Light, we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). In the future we see for our region, everyone will have opportunities to shine their brightest.

Mirroring the diversity we’re privileged to have in the GTA, our YMCA offers a variety of programs responding to the needs of our communities. For 170 years, the YMCA of Greater Toronto has provided opportunities for people to shine through a variety of programs and services including health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors.