Employee Onboarding and Engagement Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Employee Onboarding and Engagement Specialist plays a large role in serving as Countryside's “People Ambassador” by providing a welcoming, informative and respectful onboarding experience for all of our new employees. This position requires an individual who is passionate about workplace happiness, storytelling and fostering a work environment consistent with the company core values.

HOURS AND DAYS:  20 hours weekly, with occasional evening and Saturday availability 

This position includes a complimentary individual membership to the Countryside YMCA and program discounts! 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops a culture through onboarding which emphasizes the YMCA mission, vision and values.
• Implements employee engagement events, activities, and rewards and recognition programs to create a highly engaged culture in which team members feel valued.
• Creates, updates and serves as lead trainer for the employee onboarding program (Changing Lives).
• Administers employee engagement programs and staff appreciation celebrations (summer and holiday)
• Updates/oversees staff discount documentation 
• Leverages internal communication vehicles such as the staff website to ensure employee awareness, understanding, and participation in employer-sponsored programs.
• Oversees administrative aspects for new hires such as name tags, business cards etc.
• Oversees and tracks minor paperwork and all company-wide new hire training modules.
• Assists with activities related to the Annual Campaign.
• Other duties as assigned and required by business necessity.

EDUCATION AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or 2-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience training and facilitating is preferred. Must pass a criminal background check.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Culture-focused with a desire to create a smooth, informational onboarding experience
• Flexible schedule with occasional evening and Saturday availability 
• Ability to solve problems and make proactive recommendations.
• Strong storytelling and organizational skills
• Proficiency in YMCA software programs such as Paycom, Daxko and Google Workspace is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times for set up and breakdown of employee events. Noise in the work environment is quiet to moderate.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.