Join Our Team!

YWCA Evanston/North Shore is growing! As a member of our team, you become part of the oldest and largest women’s membership organization serving the needs of women and girls in the Chicagoland area. We are a social justice organization dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women. Through a combination of direct services, education and training, and advocacy, we work towards social justice in three key areas: racial justice and civil rights, empowerment and economic advancement of women and girls, and health and safety of women and girls.

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Our Work ↘

Administration

The administrative team is comprised of our finance, operations, development, communications, data & compliance, and human resources departments.
Domestic Violence

We offer housing, counseling, support services, a children’s program, violence training and prevention, legal advocacy, and community education.
Equity Institute

YWCA’s Equity institute promotes racial equity at all levels by engaging with individuals, community groups, and institutions.
Economic Advancement Program

We provide economic advancement programs that empower, build confidence and competencies through education, training, and engagement.
Flying Fish Aquatics

The Flying Fish community empowers children to learn new skills and achieve their goals in a compassionate environment.
Shop for Good

Our consignment and resale stores engage volunteers and connect our communities by reducing waste and contributing proceeds to the YWCA.

Benefits

We value our staff and the crucial work we do. YWCA Evanston/North Shore offers an excellent suite of benefits to ensure staff receive the support and care everyone deserves.

Benefits for eligible employees include:

Hybrid work schedule up to 40% of weekly hours
Medical: HMO and PPO
Dental
Vision
Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) – up to 16 personal days a year, increasing with tenure.
Paid Sick Time Off (STO) – up to 12 days per year.
Floating Holidays – up to 5 days per year.
Paid Holidays – up to 11 days per year.
Paid Family and Medical Leave - 12 weeks of paid leave at 100% of the employee’s base pay after 6 months of employment for eligible employees.
Retirement Plans

Defined Benefit Pension – funded by YWCA after 2 years of employment with no employee contribution required
403(b) – Employee funded

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance – Employer Funded
Employee Assistance Program – Employer Funded
50% off Aquatics programming for employees and their families
25% discount at YWCA Shop For Good

Benefits eligibility is dependent on position and scheduled hours. Please inquire with the Human Resources department with specific inquiries.

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Life at YWCA ↘

YWCA staff embody our values of justice, transparency, collaboration, curiosity, and belonging. We all contribute to a working environment that fosters support, learning, inclusion, and recognition.

Quotes from our staff

Hybrid Work Environment

“The hybrid model allows me to make connections with coworkers and work in my chosen environment!”
Supervisor Relationships

“I feel supported by my supervisor not only as an employee, but also as a person.”
Collaboration With Teams

“My team does not settle, my team always finds alternatives to support the well-being of others. I am beyond grateful to witness the changes within people, families and all communities.”
Recognition

“The work we do can be difficult emotionally and mentally to work with people who are struggling. My team and supervisor lifts me up and cheers me on when I need it most.”
Community Building

“We all need models to explore our many identities and ways to access information and resources that promote our health and safety. We help young people, families, and communities navigate these topics in an affirming, accessible way.”
Professional Development

“At YWCA there's room to grow. I'm grateful for the opportunities to learn and develop myself as a professional in this field.”