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A Message From President & CEO John Ehrbar
If the Y seems more busy recently, that’s because it is! On an average day last month, more than 4,000 people walked through our doors and were impacted by our programs and services. As our membership continues to grow, we have the incredible responsibility to transform lives by…
- Creating an inclusive environment to give people a sense of connectedness and belonging, which leads to higher self-esteem
- Being present to help people accomplish their goals, which leads to higher self-confidence
- Helping people improve their physical and mental health, which leads to reduced stress and higher levels of motivation
As we work to transform lives, we also need to make sure we meet day-to-day member expectations. This happens when we all take ownership to keep our facilities clean, respond with urgency to member needs, and make the Y the most welcoming place on earth by being friendly and inclusive. I look forward to seeing our work in action this spring and can’t wait to see the “you wouldn’t believe…” moments that you create!
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People on the Move
We are pleased to announce the following new members of our management team:
- Anthony Gibney, City Branch Executive Director (Delaware and William-Emslie)
- James Nash, Program Coordinator – Child Care
- John Woods, Program Coordinator – Child Care
- Brooke Evans, Office Manager - Child Care
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2023 Employee Recognition Dinner
Earlier this month, the YMCA hosted its 2023 Staff Appreciation Event at Salvatore's Italian Gardens, highlighting the key personnel who ensure the Y maximizes its impact in the community. This year, we were thrilled to present Jilyana Baumgarden, Southtowns YMCA Wellness Director, with the YMCA Mission Impact Award and Jessie Bari, Child Care Program Executive, with the prestigious John D. Murray Award for Outstanding Achievement. Also honored were the Employee of the Year from each branch:
- Delaware Family YMCA: Kim Felger
- Independent Health Family YMCA: Ken Rosehart
- Ken-Ton Family YMCA: David Stacey
- Lockport Family YMCA: Brooke Evans
- Southtowns Family YMCA: Rayshawn Martin
- William-Emslie YMCA: Michael Coleman
- YMCA Child Care Services: Summer Grandinetti
- YMCA Buffalo Niagara Association Office: Michael Baggerman
Congratulations!
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Employee Spotlight
David Stacey - Ken-Ton Family YMCA
David Stacey is an incredible asset to the Ken-Ton Family YMCA's wellness team. He is a go-to employee who you can always count on to help whenever needed, be it subbing in for a fellow instructor or helping at another branch. His intentional efforts to connect with his class participants and in one-on-one sessions makes a noticeable impact on members, while inspiring life-long habit changes. Our members have made it clear that the morning group fitness schedule would not be the same without him!
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Mark Your Calendars!
Important Upcoming Dates
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March 28
American Diabetes Association Alert Day
April 2
Palm Sunday
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April 7
Good Friday
April 9
Easter
April 10
Dyngus Day
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April 16-22
National Volunteer Week
April 22
Earth Day
April 29
Healthy Kids Day®
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Champion the Y's Cause
As a Y employee, you are not only a witness to the Y’s vital impact, you are a driving force behind it. Today, we invite you to make an even greater difference in others’ lives and earn a chance to win some fun prizes by becoming an Annual Campaign fundraiser. To get started, make a personal gift to your branch campaign if you haven’t already. Next, join your branch’s online fundraising team here and set up your personal fundraising page with your photo, fundraising goal, and personal Y story. And lastly, share your page with friends and family via social media, email, or text. Prizes will be awarded to the overall and top fundraiser per branch at the campaign’s end (April 20, 2023).
With your help, we can raise the money necessary to support the most pressing needs of our community and ensure health equity for all.
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Employee Resource Page
Whether you are planning for your retirement, improving your physical and mental health, or looking for additional opportunities to make an impact, we are committed to providing key resources to aid your personal and work life. Make sure you visit our YMCA Employee Resource page for valuable information and important updates, including:
- Workplace Posters - New York State requires employers to make mandatory workplace posters available to employees electronically, in addition to posting physical copies in the workplace.
- Mental Health Resources - From creating safe spaces for healing and dialogue to mental health promotion strategies for programs, the Y has resources to prioritize your mental health.
- Y Retirement Website - Learn more about a safe and secure path to retirement and start saving today.
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We're Hiring!
Do you know someone who has a passion for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility? We are actively hiring staff who want to make a difference in the lives of others. Click here to see all current positions, including:
- Summer Camp Staff
- Lifeguards
- Child Care
Did you know that it pays to have friends? Refer a friend for a YMCA Buffalo Niagara position and you both will get paid. Learn more by clicking here.
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