YMCA of Honolulu Volunteer - Kaimukī-Waiʻalae YMCA

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Coffee Bar Host

Help create a warm and welcoming environment for YMCA members and guests throughout the day.

Coffee Bar Hosts prepare and serve coffee, maintain a clean and organized coffee area, greet members and visitors, and engage in friendly conversation. This role is especially important in helping our branch feel like a community gathering place where everyone feels seen, welcomed, and connected.

Schedule:
The Coffee Bar operates from branch opening until approximately 2:00 p.m. Volunteers may sign up in one-hour increments during available hours.

Kūpuna Food & Fun Volunteer

Help create a welcoming, engaging, and supportive experience for kūpuna participating in our Food & Fun program.

Volunteers may assist with preparing and organizing food items, setting up the program space, greeting participants, helping distribute food, carrying or loading groceries when needed, supporting social activities, and helping with cleanup after the program.

This role is a great fit for volunteers who enjoy connecting with older adults and helping create an environment centered on dignity, community, connection, and aloha.

Schedule:
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Volunteers may serve in one-hour increments during the program window.

Parking Lot Attendant

Help create a safe and positive experience for members and visitors from the moment they arrive.

Parking Lot Attendants assist drivers with locating available parking spaces, help coordinate tandem parking when necessary, provide basic directions, and promote safe movement of vehicles and pedestrians throughout the parking area.

This role is ideal for volunteers who are comfortable communicating with a variety of people, remaining attentive in an active outdoor environment, and helping keep the flow of the parking lot organized.

Typical Schedule:
Approximately 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Volunteers may sign up in one-hour increments based on availability and branch needs.

General Volunteer

Interested in volunteering but not sure which role is right for you?

Apply as a General Volunteer and tell us about your interests, skills, experience, and availability. Our team will work with you to identify opportunities that align with your interests and the current needs of the Kaimukī-Waiʻalae YMCA.

General volunteer opportunities may include special events, community programs, food distribution, facility projects, administrative support, member engagement, and other branch activities.

General Volunteer opportunities are also available in one-hour increments whenever possible.

VOLUNTEER QUALIFICATIONS

We welcome volunteers from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Ideal volunteers demonstrate:

• A friendly, respectful, and welcoming attitude

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Reliability and punctuality

• A willingness to work collaboratively with YMCA staff, members, participants, and other volunteers

• Commitment to scheduled volunteer responsibilities

• Ability to follow YMCA policies, procedures, and staff direction

• Ability to perform the physical responsibilities associated with the selected volunteer role

Specific requirements may vary depending on the volunteer assignment.

Child Protection Commitment

The YMCA requires all staff and volunteers to share responsibility for preventing child abuse by upholding professional boundaries, completing mandatory Praesidium training, and reporting concerns. All candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening, including criminal and sex offender checks.