Work at the Y
Employee Benefits
At the YMCA of Greater Birmingham, our benefits are designed with one goal: to support our staff and their families on their path to health and well-being. Below, you’ll find an overview of the benefits available to our employees.
Benefits for All Employees (Part-Time & Full-Time)
Free YMCA Membership for employee and household
Childcare Discounts on Afterschool Care, Summer Day Camp, and Summer Resident Camp (includes grandchildren)
403(b) Smart Account – Available to all employees
Supplemental Insurance – Accident, Cancer, and Critical Illness coverage available
Education Partnership – 50% tuition discount for employees and their children in eligible programs
Employee Discount Program – Access to ExpertVoice
Career and Professional Development Opportunities
Additional Benefits for Full-Time Employees
Paid Time Off (PTO) – Accrues from first paycheck; up to 4 weeks in the first year
10 Paid Holidays Annually
Paid FMLA – 6 weeks of paid leave for qualifying circumstances
Grandparent Leave – Up to one week of paid leave for eligible employees
Medical Insurance – Choice of two PPO plans: $300 or $1,000 deductible
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance – Company-paid basic coverage with optional additional coverage
Long-Term Disability – Company-paid
Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care & Dependent Care
YMCA Retirement Fund – 12% paid by YMCA once eligibility is met (2 years, 1,000 hours/year, age 21+)
