Aquatics Site Lead: Safe Swim Programs & Team Leader

rockriverymca; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Northeast Family YMCA is seeking an Aquatics Site Lead to create a safe, welcoming environment and oversee staff, programming, and operations across sites. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to YMCA policies.

Responsibilities include preparing sites, teaching swim lessons, mentoring staff, coordinating staffing, handling administrative tasks, communicating with members, and reporting incidents. Part-time, evenings and weekends; $15.75/hr.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21
• 12 months of Swim Instructor experience preferred
• Certifications required: Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer CPR/AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Use of Medical Oxygen
• Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or equivalent preferred
• Current YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent preferred
• YMCA’s I Hear You: Service with CARE to be completed
• Complete Supervisor Essential Series upon hire
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
• Current Praesidium Academy trainings

Responsibilities

• Prepare the aquatic site for daily programming and review the swim lesson schedule.
• Teach swim lessons as needed while meeting all Swim Instructor expectations.
• Support and mentor new swim instructors and serve as a role model for aquatics staff.
• Coordinate with Aquatics Site Leads and Directors on staffing and scheduling needs across sites.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as updating staff contact information, gathering grant information, and completing paperwork.
• Communicate with members and participants about program updates, cancellations, or closures.
• Remain present during programming to support staff and ensure programs run smoothly.
• Address and report incidents, safety concerns, or damaged equipment promptly.
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment that reflects YMCA values and supports positive member experiences.

Skills

Swim Instructor experience

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor

YMCA Lifeguard

I Hear You: CARE training

Supervisor Essential Series

Certification readiness

Readiness to maintain readiness

Praesidium Academy trainings

Education

Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer CPR/AED

Basic First Aid

Emergency Use of Medical Oxygen

Job description

The Northeast Family YMCA is seeking an Aquatics Site Lead to create a safe, welcoming environment and oversee staff, programming, and operations across sites. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to YMCA policies.

Responsibilities include preparing sites, teaching swim lessons, mentoring staff, coordinating staffing, handling administrative tasks, communicating with members, and reporting incidents. Part-time, evenings and weekends; $15.75/hr.