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The Y (YMCA) interviews FAQs
Program Leader applicants have rated the interview process at The Y (YMCA) with 1.9 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 100% positive. To compare, the company-average is 76.9% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Program Leader roles take an average of 16 days to get hired, when considering 10 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at The Y (YMCA) overall takes an average of 15 days.
Common stages of the interview process at The Y (YMCA) as a Program Leader according to 10 Glassdoor interviews include:
Drug test: 27%
Background check: 15%
One on one interview: 15%
Group panel interview: 12%
Phone interview: 12%
Presentation: 8%
Other: 4%
Skills test: 4%
IQ intelligence test: 4%
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I applied online. I interviewed at The Y (YMCA) (Denver, CO) in Mar 2013
Interview
After submitting my online application, I was invited to a group interview. I was told to prepare a song and a game to teach to the group, as well as to bring a pre-made craft that was appropriate for kids aged 5 to 12. Arrived at HQ to a group of 40ish people. While we taught our songs/games to the whole group and played them, we would be taken out for individual interviews about our experience, why we wanted the job, and to explain our craft. Took about 3 hours.
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Question 1
What experiences do you have that uniquely qualify you for this position?
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at The Y (YMCA) (Golden, CO) in May 2021
Interview
The interview process was pretty relaxed and non-intimidating. First, I submitted a job application and then did an online interview. Following this, the manager asked me about my availability for summer camp and told me about mandatory training I would need to complete. Then I was offered the job.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked me how I would handle situations under pressure.
Super easy just make sure you are prepared to answer questions about taking care of kids. Other than that just be yourself and you will do great. Also, make sure not to be scared to ask questions for clarification.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain a time you were caught in a bind. What was your solution?
I applied through college or university. I interviewed at The Y (YMCA) (San Francisco, CA)
Interview
Group interview, super easy, fun and interactive. About 5-8 people, you will be asked to bring a game to lead with a group. You are asked questions about why you want to work at the Y, what you know about core values and answer scenarios about working with parents/kids.