In an effort to onboard additional qualified childcare professionals, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is hosting hiring open houses at YMCA locations throughout Chester County.
Events will be hosted between March 1 – 21 to connect qualified candidates with open positions in early childhood education and school-age enrichment programs.
“Over the past few years, it has been challenging to recruit childcare staff,” explains Loraine DiSciullo, Senior Director of Early Childhood Development at YGBW.
“Our challenge is not unique, unfortunately. Schools and childcare facilities across the nation face a similar situation.”
The topic of childcare continues to make headlines as families struggle with high costs and limited availability and providers struggle to keep pace with rising expenses and challenges with staffing.
To incentivize qualified candidates, YGBW is offering a variety of sign-on bonuses to candidates who are hired for select childcare roles by March 31.
Numerous Employee Benefits
Bonuses vary based on the position and the number of hours worked per week with the largest bonus being $5,000.
In addition to sign-on bonuses, YGBW offers a variety of employment benefits including a free YGBW Family Membership that includes access to outdoor pools for both part-time and full-time employees. In addition, it includes tuition reimbursement of up to $1,500 per year for employees who work more than 20 hours per week .
Employees can get discounted rates on summer camp, childcare, and other programs. All schedules are flexible with the option to work from elementary schools throughout Chester County.
Qualified employees also get a 12 percent retirement contribution, free health coverage, and generous 4 weeks of Paid Time Off, in addition to paid holidays.
More Than Just a Job
“Candidates who join the YMCA feel good knowing they are making a huge difference in the community each day,” shares Claudia Aust, Senior Director of Before and After School Enrichment.
“A job with our team is certainly more than just a job.”
Interested candidates are can register for a Hiring Open House and apply for open positions.
To learn more about Hiring Open Houses visit ymcagbw.org.
