'Encore' Career Fair Set For Peabody's Torigian Family YMCA

PEABODY, MA — The YMCA of Metro North is looking to fill some of its 60 job openings with area residents looking to pursue an "encore" career.

The Torigian Family YMCA in Peabody will host the Second Career Job Fair on Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m. targeting residents who are either retired or older and looking for a "second" career.

"Retirees or people who are on their second careers are always looking for meaningful work that allows them to give back and stay connected to their community," says Paul Mantell, Vice President of Human Resources at the YMCA of Metro North. "We have some amazing opportunities at the Y that are a perfect way for someone to make a positive impact with their 'encore' career."

There are currently more than 60 part-time or full-time openings across the five YMCA branches in Lynn, Melrose, Peabody, Saugus and Stoneham. Jobs range from early childhood education to fitness and gymnastics instructors, to customer service representatives, as well as lifeguards, swim coaches, youth sports coordinators, technology center coordinators, music studio instructors and more.

"We have so many great programs that could benefit from the knowledge and experience of people who have already had successful careers and are looking for an opportunity to share their talents with others," Mantell.

Those looking to attend the Second Career Job Fair are encouraged to pre-register for Wednesday's event here.

(Scott Souza is a Patch field editor covering Beverly, Danvers, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Swampscott. He can be reached at Scott.Souza@Patch.com. Twitter: @Scott_Souza.)