What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Application - Estes Park Center (2026) position at YMCA OF THE ROCKIES?
OUR MISSION AND CULTURE: We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We are committed to being welcoming to all people and to making a difference in the lives of our members, guests and staff. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary mission-based experiences for our guests and for each other.
CRAFT SHOP – Volunteer Instructor
Multiple Volunteers | September 1, 2026 – January 8, 2027
(Any 10-week commitment within this timeframe)
Teach arts and crafts to guests of all ages and abilities. Activities may include:
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Pottery painting
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Tie-dye
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Ceramics
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Mosaics
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Leatherwork
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Jewelry making
Requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to support multiple guests through the creative process. Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly Craft Shop.
HOUSEKEEPING
A. Crates
2 Volunteers | October – December
(Minimum 10-week commitment)
Primary responsibilities include ensuring the Housekeeping team is fully supplied for cleaning operations.
FOOD SERVICE
3–5 Volunteers | September 15 – December 31
(Minimum 10-week commitment)
Responsibilities include:
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Greeting and assisting staff and guests in dining halls
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Ensuring staff are wearing badges
Seeking individuals with excellent customer service skills who are friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
GENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMENTS:
- Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions
- Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs.
- Possess and demonstrates excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
- Support the YMCA of the Rockies safety program. Promote safe work environment for guests, members, and staff.
- Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.
- Housing expectation of having 1-3 roommates