VOLUNTEER - WASHINGTON & OZAUKEE COUNTIES

If you have a few hours to spare and would like to help carry out the mission of the Y, please complete the Volunteer Application. To ensure the volunteer experience is a rewarding one for everyone, applicants will be contacted for a personal interview to discuss skills, experience, time commitment, and any training required.

Volunteer Opportunities

Youth Sports Instructor – Feith Family YMCA (Port Washington) & West Washington YMCA (West Bend)

• To provide leadership and coaching. Instill our core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Provide young athletes with a good role model for sportsmanship and teamwork
• 14 years of age or older
• Length - could be short term (one summer) or year-round
• Soccer, Basketball and T-Ball 
  
  

Folding Towels at Front Desk - Feith Family YMCA (Port Washington) & West Washington YMCA (West Bend)

• To assist the front desk in preparing towels for our members. May include collecting dirty towels, doing laundry, and restocking towel stations.
• 14 years of age or older
• Length - could be short term (one summer) or year-round
  
  

Before and After School Childcare - Feith Family YMCA (Port Washington) & West Washington YMCA (West Bend)

• To provide children with positive experiences before and after school. Instill our core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Help create a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for all kids.
• 16 years of age or older
• Length - could be short term (one summer) or year-round
  
  

Special Events - Feith Family YMCA (Port Washington) & West Washington YMCA (West Bend)

• To assist with special one-day events throughout the year. Help at our gymnastics meets, holiday celebrations like Halloween and Christmas, Healthy Kids Days, and other community activities. Provide hands-on support that creates fun, engaging, and memorable experiences for families. 
• 16 years of age or older
• Length - could be one-time or an as needed basis.

Volunteer FAQs

What is the age requirement to volunteer at the Kettle Moraine YMCA?

• All volunteer roles have an age requirement, and ages to volunteer in roles may vary. 

How do I volunteer at the Y?

• Complete a volunteer application. Within a few days of receiving your application, you will be contacted for a personal interview to discuss skills, experience, availability, and interest. This process can take a few days, but sometimes it can take a few months. Again, our cause is strengthening our community, and it’s our goal to make sure that all Y staff and volunteers are high quality.

Is there a dress code? What should I wear?

• Closed-toed shoes are required for all volunteer locations. Volunteers will dress appropriately for the conditions and performance of their duties. All volunteers are required to wear YMCA provided Volunteer identification at all times. 

Does the Y accept court-ordered community service?

• Because of the absolute need to ensure child safety, the Kettle Moraine YMCA does not accept any court-ordered community service from courts or probation officers. The Y does allow school-based required community service in alignment with opportunities and the policies above. 

I don’t have a lot of time, can I still volunteer?

• Yes! Many of the Y’s opportunities only require a couple of hours a week of your time. Also, our special event volunteer opportunities require only a few hours every few months. 

Do I get a free membership for volunteering?

• No. At the Y, a volunteer is anyone who, without compensation or expectation of compensation beyond reimbursement, performs a task at the direction of and on behalf of the Y. We are not able to offer free memberships to volunteers. However, the Y provides health and wellness and values-based programming for all, regardless of their ability to pay.

All volunteers adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies within the Child Abuse Prevention Handbook.