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Posted : Thursday, May 02, 2024 01:05 AM
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes.
Maintains a working relationship with parents and children.
OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture.
In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all.
We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Report unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor or other person of responsibility if your immediate supervisor is not available.
Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
Follow departmental dress code.
No alterations to the dress code are allowed.
Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
Develops positive relationships with members and participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers members and participants to other programs.
Maintains records as required (i.
e.
, attendance, progress reports, etc.
).
Organizes and puts away needed class equipment.
Reports damaged equipment.
Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
Builds relationships with members and building participants.
Exemplify the YMCA core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty.
Performs other duties as requested by supervisor.
Showing up for all scheduled dates on time and in proper attire.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values.
Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Builds rapport and relates well to others.
Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations.
Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings.
Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately.
Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process.
Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.
Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
QUALIFICATIONS: At least 16 years of age.
Complete on-line CPR/First Aid/AED/Emergency Oxygen certification prior to employment, and skills within 30 days of hire.
Complete West Bend training prior to hire and as required going forward.
Complete Activate America and Listen First training and other YMCA required trainings.
Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.
Complete annual online and in-person child sexual abuse prevention training.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to swim effectively in order to demonstrate skills to participants.
Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
Maintains a working relationship with parents and children.
OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture.
In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all.
We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Report unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor or other person of responsibility if your immediate supervisor is not available.
Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
Follow departmental dress code.
No alterations to the dress code are allowed.
Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
Develops positive relationships with members and participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers members and participants to other programs.
Maintains records as required (i.
e.
, attendance, progress reports, etc.
).
Organizes and puts away needed class equipment.
Reports damaged equipment.
Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
Builds relationships with members and building participants.
Exemplify the YMCA core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty.
Performs other duties as requested by supervisor.
Showing up for all scheduled dates on time and in proper attire.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values.
Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Builds rapport and relates well to others.
Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations.
Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings.
Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately.
Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process.
Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.
Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
QUALIFICATIONS: At least 16 years of age.
Complete on-line CPR/First Aid/AED/Emergency Oxygen certification prior to employment, and skills within 30 days of hire.
Complete West Bend training prior to hire and as required going forward.
Complete Activate America and Listen First training and other YMCA required trainings.
Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.
Complete annual online and in-person child sexual abuse prevention training.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to swim effectively in order to demonstrate skills to participants.
Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
• Phone : NA
• Location : Michigan City, IN
• Post ID: 9002786882
