Swim Instructor - Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA Camp Tepee/Outdoor Center

Job Details

Description

A Career with a Cause:

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. Our mission is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The Y strengthens the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus; youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility and our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We are committed to this cause because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values.

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. 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.

Requirements

Position Summary:

Thus is a seasonal position from May 28, 2024 - September 1, 2024.

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. The Swim Instructor at the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides direct leadership, instruction, motivation, safety, and enjoyment for swim lesson participants. The Swim Instructor provides direct instruction and assures the well-being for each participant while using YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with members, colleagues, guests, volunteers, and vendors.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members, program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
• Maintains proper attendance and skill records; prepares required progress reports as directed, as well as provide participants and their families with recommendations for follow-up lesson placement.
• Follows all aquatic procedures and guidelines including those pertaining to health and safety, sessions, forms, reports, and staff expectations.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
• Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on Aquatics programs, schedules, and member engagement.
• Maintains physical presence at all times with class and remains aware of pool surroundings and participants in the pool.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, and those for the prevention of child abuse.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.

YMCA Leadership Competencies:

• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in such a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.
• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
• Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role.
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.

Experience, Education, and Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years of age or older (under 18 years requires working papers/proof of age).
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Possess the ability to observe and instruct participants in proper stroke technique.
• Must be people oriented, possess professional communication and organizational skills.
• Must have a passion for helping others, patience, and the ability to adjust to evolving situations.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including some weekends and holidays.
• Must successfully complete a swimming and physical skills test upon hire, and annually according to CCC YMCA guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and assist in swim activities within a busy pool environment.
• Ability to work well with youth and adults in a largely diverse population.

Trainings & Certifications:

• Must hold and maintain current CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration within 60 days of hire date.
• Must obtain and maintain YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent within 6 months of hire date.
• Must complete online New Employee Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, Mandated Reporter, Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Communication, and Employee Safety trainings prior to start of position.
• Must complete department onboarding within the first 90-days of employment.

 Central Connecticut Coast YMCA

 06/01/2024

 Monroe,CT