Aquatics Program Coordinator

Clevelandymca; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community-focused organization dedicated to building healthy spirits, minds, and bodies. As the Coordinator of Aquatic Programs, you'll play a vital role in planning and delivering engaging water-based programs that ensure safety and enjoyment for all participants. This position offers the chance to connect with community members and make a positive impact while upholding the YMCA's core values. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment, this role is perfect for those passionate about aquatics and community service. Dive into a rewarding career with the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and help us create strong kids, families, and communities.

Benefits

Free YMCA Membership

Employee Discounts

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Paid Vacation

Retirement Plan (8% paid by YMCA)

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in aquatic programming and instruction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver quality YMCA water-based programs.
• Supervise programming and ensure safety standards are met.
• Market and promote aquatics programs in the community.

Skills

Aquatic Programming

CPR/AED Certification

Lifeguarding

Swimming Skills

Supervisory Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Dakxo

Job description

French Creek YMCA, Avon, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description

At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Join our Greater Cleveland YMCA team in living our cause and helping to provide quality, safe and healthy programs and services in our community.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Coordinator of Aquatic Programs plans, markets, schedules and delivers all quality YMCA water-based programs for YMCA members, participants and guests. The Coordinator will ensure all programs are in accordance with YMCA of Greater Cleveland and Y-USA standards and guidelines. The Coordinator must be knowledgeable, professional, and show concern for all members, participants, and guests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist in the facilitation of all private swim lessons, group lessons, YMCA camps, activities as well as all outside group classes for the Safety Around Water program.
2. Responsible for assigning and tracking private swim lessons.
3. Conduct regular sanitation of all equipment (rescue and member used), and assigned areas as outlined by the employer and supervisor.
4. Cover lessons when no instructor is available.
5. Engage students and parents of programming.
6. Track participants of private lessons in Dakxo, ensuring payments are received.
7. Supervise programming to ensure all YMCA of the USA curriculum and safety ratios are followed.
8. Assist YMCA leadership with instructor placement for YMCA camps and outside group safety programs.
9. Assist YMCA leadership with instructor in-service trainings including but not limited to; keeping track of certifications, training new instructors, and keeping leadership updated on staffing needs.
10. Market and promote all aquatics programs in the community using multiple methods (print, digital, social media, etc.).
11. Attend community events as needed.
12. Assist with social media (Aquatics) updates, partnering with the Marketing department to ensure all social media policies and procedures are followed.
13. Supervise employees in assigned accountabilities, monitor site operation and scheduling.
14. Identify training needs and initiate development activities of supervisees.
15. Assure that new employees complete orientation and training according to established guidelines and provide on-the-job training as required.
16. Notify Director of staffing needs, assist in the interview process.
17. Keep employees informed as to association, branch, and department events.
18. Plan and work towards organizational goals.
19. Be actively and visibly involved with members, volunteers, and staff in a positive, friendly manner that communicates and demonstrates the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
20. Follow all established policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, safety practices and personnel policies.
21. Participate in and support association events and fundraising activities.
22. Secure and maintain required trainings and/or certifications necessary for the position.
23. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
24. Responsible for following the child abuse and neglect reporting process, including completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids), and notifying your immediate Supervisor, Branch Executive, Risk Management, and Human Resources Department(s). All employees of the YMCA of Greater Cleveland are mandated reporters for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
• High school diploma required; Associates degree preferred.

Experience:
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience working in aquatic programming.
• Minimum of one (1) year of aquatic instruction.
• Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience preferred.

Certification(s) and Requirements:
• Current CPR/AED Pro, O2 Management, Current First Aid
• Current Y lifeguarding or American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Instructor Certification a plus.
• Current Water Safety Instructor or YMCA Swim Instructor certification required.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:
• Must have proficient swimming skills and the ability to demonstrate freestyle, backstroke, breast stroke and butterfly, side stroke and elementary backstroke.
• Willingness and ability to model the key attributes; Welcoming, Genuine, Hopeful, Nurturing and Determined.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA and uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department(s).

About YMCA of Greater Cleveland:
Our vision is to be the premier community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

• A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).
• Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
• Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.

French Creek YMCA, Avon, Ohio, United States of America