We are a non-profit organization that prides itself on delivering an outstanding level of service to the community. The YWCA Black Hawk County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a  winner of the "Family Friendly Employer" award from the Family and Children's Council. In short, the YWCA is a great place to work!

Below, you will find any current Job Vacancy Notices - details about positions for which we are currently hiring. In addition, you will find our standard job application form in a PDF format. If you have Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can open this file, complete the application, and return it to the YWCA.

Click here to view and print our YWCA Job Application.

You can also contact either Aimee or Samantha and request that a job application be sent to you.

Aimee              (319) 234-7589 ext. 220        aimee@ywcabhc.org

Samantha        (319) 234-7589 ext. 221        smeehan@ywcabhc.org

FULL-TIME POSITIONS

Child Care Assistant Director

The YWCA seeks a creative, energetic person to assist in the development, provision and supervision of child care programming at multiple before-and-after school sites and full day summer child care programs. Full-time with benefits including paid time off, health & dental insurance, retirement, etc.  BA degree in education, recreation, child development or a related field and one-year relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume to Cindy Mohr, Executive Director, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to lmohr@ywcabhc.org. EOE. Pay 36,000 per year.

Health and Wellness Assistant Director

The YWCA seeks a creative, energetic person to assist in the development, provision and supervision of comprehensive fitness and wellness programs, classes and activities for adults, seniors, youth and children.  Full-time with benefits including paid time off, health & dental insurance, retirement, etc.  Degree in Movement and Exercise Science, Leisure Services, Recreation, Health Education, Physical Education or closely related field plus one-year relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.  Some early evenings and Saturdays.  Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume to Cindy Mohr, Executive Director, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to lmohr@ywcabhc.org. EOE. Pay 36,000 per year.

PART-TIME POSITIONS

Youth and Family Services Summer Program Assistant
The YWCA seeks a creative, energetic individual for part-time position to assist in planning and facilitating our youth development program for middle school girls and our parent education and support program. Qualifications: High school diploma/GED; experience working in group setting preferred, strong communication and teamwork skills required. Program hours 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. 20–25 hours per week during the summer. $15.00/hour. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume to Jessica Ruiz Hemmen, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to jruizhemmen@ywcabhc.org. EOE.

Family Center Child Care Provider
The YWCA seeks individuals for part-time position providing child care for children aged infant through 10 years while their parents participate in YWCA English Class or parenting programs. Flexible work schedule with morning, afternoon and early evening hours available. Current hours needed are Tuesday and Thursday mornings: Monday and Wednesday late afternoon and evening hours. Approximately 6-10 hours a week. Qualifications: High school diploma/GED; ability to relate effectively and positively with children, parents, and YWCA staff; ability to regularly bend, stoop, pick up and lift babies and toddlers. $15.00/hour. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume to Jessica Ruiz Hemmen, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to jruizhemmen@ywcabhc.org. EOE.

Driver
The YWCA seeks individual to transport participants in agency vehicles. Requirements: HS diploma/GED; have/obtain chauffeur’s license; current vehicle insurance; 26+ years of age; meet agency insurer’s standards; familiarity with Waterloo/CF area. Approx. 5-10 hours per week with more hours in the summer. Must be flexible. $15.00/hour. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks.Send cover letter and resume to Jessica Ruiz Hemmen, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to jruizhemmen@ywcabhc.org.. EOE.

Lifeguards and Swim Lesson Instructors
Openings for Red Cross certified lifeguards and swim lesson instructors. $15.00/hour. The YWCA will pay for the recertification course. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume to Cindy Mohr, Executive Director, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to lmohr@ywcabhc.org. EOE.

Youth Dance Instructor
The YWCA seeks energetic individuals for part-time position(s) providing instruction to youth ages 4-12 in beginner through intermediate ballet, jazz, hip-hop and/or modern dance classes. Class focuses on familiarizing students with the basic fundamentals and encouraging motor skill development, while having fun. Requirements: previous experience in dance and ability to teach and motivate youth. $15.00/hour. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume to Cindy Mohr, Executive Director, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to lmohr@ywcabhc.org. EOE.

Youth Gymnastics Instructor
The YWCA seeks energetic individuals for part-time position providing instruction to youth ages 4-12 in beginner through intermediate levels of gymnastics. Class focuses on familiarizing students with the basic fundamentals and encouraging motor skill development. Requirements: previous experience in gymnastics and ability to teach and motivate youth. $15.00/hour. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume to Cindy Mohr, Executive Director, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to lmohr@ywcabhc.org. EOE.

Aquatics Instructor – Adult and Senior Aquatic Fitness Class Instructors
The YWCA seeks energetic individuals for part-time positions providing instruction to adults and seniors in water aerobics and/or aquatic fitness classes. Requirements: previous experience in instructing in water classes; ability to teach and motivate individuals: Flexible schedules, variety of shifts available including Saturdays. $15.00/hour. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume to Cindy Mohr, Executive Director, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to lmohr@ywcabhc.org.. EOE.

Fitness Instructor – Adult and Senior Fitness Class Instructors
The YWCA seeks energetic individuals for part-time positions providing instruction to adults and seniors in a variety of fitness classes. Requirements: previous experience in instructing the specific area and ability to teach and motivate individuals. Flexible schedules, variety of shifts available. $15.00/hour. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume to Cindy Mohr, Executive Director, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or email to lmohr@ywcabhc.org. EOE.

Y’s Kids On Site Childcare Supervisor

This is a seasonal, academic year position. This position primarily responsible for directing a school age child care program. Depending on site placement, this may also include an early childhood/Head Start Wrap Around program. With support from the Child Care Directors and Assistant Child Care Director, the On Site Supervisor is responsible for all aspects of maintaining a quality, safe, caring environment in the before and after school programs. Qualifications: Education and experience in a field related to children and youth, Must be currently certified (or become certified within 30 days of employment in First aid, AED, CPR, Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse, Universal Precautions, Hazardous Materials, as well as obtaining yearly continuing education hours as related to the school age field, Must successfully pass the State of Iowa criminal records background check for childcare providers. Hours Required: 6-30 (depends on schedule) Schedule Required 6:30-9:00AM Monday - Friday and or 3:25- 6:00 Monday - Friday, 1:30-6:00PM on Wednesdays and /or 6:30-AM - 6:00 PM Fridays. Hours depend on what site you are placed at. Will work with M,W,F or T,TH schedules. $15.50/ hour. Contact Mindy Sternhagen, mindy@ywcabhc.org or Rachel Scott, ywcakids@ywcabhc.org or YWCA, 425 Lafayette St, Waterloo, IA 50703 319- 234-7589. EOE. 

Y’s Kids Childcare Program Assistant

To provide professional leadership and care for preschool and school-aged children participating in Y's Kids childcare program. To assist in the development and implementation of a professional, safe, respectful, caring, activity-oriented, child centered, age-appropriate child care program for an assigned age group of children. Depending on group placement, this may also include early childhood/Head Start Wrap Around children. Hours Required: 6-30 (depends on schedule) Schedule Required: 6:30 - 9:00 AM Monday-Friday and/or 3:25-6:00 Monday - Friday, 1:30-6:00 on Wednesdays and/or 6:30-AM - 6:00PM Fridays. Hours depend on what site you are placed at. Will work with M,W,F or T,Th schedules. $15.00/hour. Contact Mindy Sternhagen, mindy@ywcabhc.org or Rachel Scott, ywcakids@ywcabhc.org or YWCA, 425 Lafayette St, Waterloo, IA 50703 319-234-7589. EOE.

Must pass Criminal and Child Abuse background checks for all employment opportunities.

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