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Employment Opportunities
Make an Impact
At the Ridgewood YMCA, our mission and core values come to life through our culture. Guided by our four pillars—caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility—we live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. As a nonprofit charitable organization, we have been committed to serving youth, adults, and families across Northern New Jersey and the Camp Bernie area since 1902, as part of the worldwide YMCA movement.
Through programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, we create meaningful connections that build spirit, mind, and body for all. Our team is dependable, hardworking, and always ready to roll up our sleeves to get the job done. We believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and showing up for one another—because together, we are stronger. If you’re looking to make a difference and be part of a mission-driven team, the Ridgewood Y is the place for you!
The Ridgewood YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. We believe our strength lies in our diversity and are committed to being an inclusive organization. We welcome applicants from any and all walks of life.
OPEN POSITIONS | OAK STREET
PERSONAL TRAINER
The Personal Trainer at the Ridgewood YMCA is responsible for delivering personalized training sessions designed to help clients achieve their fitness goals, whether it’s improving overall wellness, enhancing athletic performance, supporting weight loss, or increasing quality of life. This role requires a motivated, customer-focused professional who can assess client needs, create customized workout plans, and provide guidance in a supportive and encouraging environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter committed to maintaining high customer service standards while adhering to the Ridgewood Y’s established procedures and protocols.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
The Massage Therapist will provide effective therapeutic massage/bodywork tailored to clients’ needs, promoting overall wellness. This role requires a self-starter committed to high customer service standards and adherence to Ridgewood Y’s established procedures and protocols.
FITNESS CENTER DIRECTOR
The Fitness Center Director will lead and manage the operations of our fitness center, overseeing the fitness center floor staff, personal trainers, massage therapists, and group exercise instructors. This role is responsible for managing the department’s operations and budget while ensuring an exceptional fitness experience for our members. Additionally, the director will oversee equipment maintenance and facility upkeep, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-functioning environment that supports the health and wellness of all members.
ASSISTANT SWIM TEAM COACH
Part Time
The YMCA is seeking experienced and dedicated coaches to help provide leadership, instruction and motivation for the participants in our swim team program. The Y is a leading nonprofit for strengthening community, and the nation’s largest provider of swimming instruction to increase skills, safety, and confidence of swimmers both in and out of the water. Give back to your community, help us empower our swimmers – join us!
Submit application to Meaghan Donnelly at [email protected]
OPEN POSITIONS | CAMP BERNIE
YMCA Camp Bernie is a branch of the Ridgewood YMCA located just an hour from Ridgewood, NJ. Set on a beautiful 285 acre facility, Camp Bernie offers traditional overnight and day camps during the summer as well as year round programming for schools, groups and local residents. Please visit the website to check out job opportunities.