Do I have to be a Christian to work for Watford and District YMCA?
The YMCA is a Christian organisation. Each part of the YMCA exists to fulfil the Christian aims and purposes of the YMCA Movement in its own way. However the YMCA also welcomes those of other faiths and those of none.
In order to promote the Christian ethos of the YMCA, it is important that certain posts are filled by committed Christians. If the advertisement / job details, for the position for which you are applying, states that you are required to have a personal commitment to the Christian faith, then the information supplied on the application form under Religious Beliefs will be taken into account in the selection process.
If this is not the case, whilst you will be required to respect the Christian ethos of the YMCA and uphold its values in your work, you will not be required to complete the Religious Beliefs section of the application form. The values to be upheld include: being inclusive and welcoming to people of all religious faiths and none; promoting respect and freedom for all; working for tolerance and understanding; having an active care and concern for the community; and affirming the equal value of each person when caring for and working with others.
What are the requirements for applying for accommodation at Watford YMCA?
Applicants need to have a connection with HERTFORDSHIRE.
Two character references (references are acceptable from anyone who knows the applicant in a professional capacity i.e. former employers or landlords, social workers, probation etc. References must be on letter headed paper with current telephone numbers).
Proof of income (i.e. payslips for the last few months or a recent letter from the jobcentre that the applicant is on receipt of state benefits etc)
Please note that Watford YMCA does not accept applicants with convictions for: Violence, Arson or Sex Offences.
How do I get accommodation at Watford YMCA?
You will need to make an appointment with the housing services department for a one-to-one interview or come at our open days every Tuesday and Thursday between 10am - 3pm. You will need to fill our application for accommodation form with all the necessary paperwork;
· The two character references
· Proof of income
What happens if I am offered accommodation?
We will inform you by phone as soon as we have a decision and if your application is successful we will arrange with you a moving-in day.
When you arrive at the YMCA you will need to pay £50.00 to cover the first two (2) weeks rent. A housing officer will help you fill the housing benefit form (which you will need to take it to the town hall) and sign your licence agreement and take you up to your room.
What do I get if I am offered a room at Watford YMCA?
You will be offered a licence agreement allowing you to occupy a designated room in the hostel for between three months and one year initially. All rooms are centrally heated, double-glazed and furnished.
Each room is complete with a single bed and linen, built-in wardrobe and cupboards, desk, washbasin and a shaver point. A shower and toilet is adjacent to every room and is shared with the room next door.
The hostel is carpeted throughout. All residents are provided with breakfast and evening meal in our restaurant.
Residents can take advantage of our health and fitness suite, sports hall, dance studios and special instructor led fitness classes at discounted rates. Watford YMCA also has a modern computer room with broadband internet access available free of charge to residents.
