Aquatic Instructor - PRN, As Needed

McLeod Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Health Fitness Center is seeking a PRN Aquatics Instructor/Lifeguard who delivers safe, quality swimming instruction and friendly service to members and guests. You will greet participants, teach according to guidelines, and help maintain a professional facility and attendance records.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and a lifeguard certification within 30 days of hire. CPR and First Aid practice attendance is expected, with a focus on safety, customer service, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Lifeguard certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming program by identifying learning objectives, presenting instructional methodologies, and providing feedback for continued learning.
• Provides the appropriate instruction for the class being offered.
• Evaluates participants' progress by assessing degree of improvement.
• Assists participants in determining course of action to continue to improve swimming skills and health.
• Maintains thorough attendance records.
• Attends CPR and First Aid practice sessions.
• Supervises each participant for safety during all phases of the class.
• Reports all incidences or injuries using proper forms and submits to the Manager On Duty.

Skills

Customer service

Instruction

CPR/First Aid

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Lifeguard Certification (within 30 days)

Job description

Job Description

• Maintains a professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers in accordance with our Service Excellence Standards and Core Values.
• Greets members, guests, and staff with exemplary service, a smile and empathy.
• Provides quality instruction based on the guidelines set by the Red Cross, the Aquatic Director, and McLeod Health and Fitness Center.
• Instructs swimming program by identifying learning objectives, presenting instructional methodologies, and providing appropriate feedback and stimulation for continues learning.
• Provides the appropriate instruction for the class being offered.
• Evaluates participant's progress by assessing degree of improvement.
• Assists participant in determining course of action to continue to improve swimming skills and level of health and fitness.
• Act in a professional manner at all times.
• Ensures member retention in aquatic programs by maintaining a high standard of customer service and quality instruction.
• Accurately instructs participants on safe and proper form; makes corrections professionally and provides feedback
• Maintains thorough, accurate, and current attendance records.
• Is knowledgeable of MHFC programs and promotes them whenever appropriate.
• Maintains a professional image by following dress code at all times.
• Acts in a professional manner with members guests, and staff at all times.
• Exhibits good listening skills when member or staff issues arise, and problem solves professionally.Defers to Aquatic Coordinator if issues need further arbitration.
• Maintains a neat, clean, and orderly exercise environment.Returns all equipment to proper storage area.
• Brings Aquatic Coordinator any questions regarding clients' special needs or desires.
• Uses appropriate resources to refer when needed. Does not offer advice outside area of own expertise.
• Is able and willing to teach all levels.
• Is a role model of good health.
• Ensures all policies and procedures of the department and the Center are being followed by members, guests and self.
• Attends CPR and First Aid practice sessions.
• Attends and actively participates in staff training as scheduled.
• Supervises each participant for safety during all phases of the class
• Reports all incidences or injuries using the proper forms and submits to the Manager On Duty.
• Attends and actively participates in staff meetings as scheduled.

Work Schedule: PRN, as needed

Qualifications /Training:

• Not applicable

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations/Education:

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED from an accredited school preferred
• Lifeguard Certification required within 1 st 30 days of hire.

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area . With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds , including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.

We are an equal opportunity employer.