ASSISTANT SWIM COACH

FOOTHILLS AREA YMCA; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

FOOTHILLS AREA YMCA is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach to support the Bronze group at the Central Clemson Rec Center. The role involves leading 11 & under practice, greeting participants, and writing workouts under supervision.

The position requires CPR/AED, First Aid, and safe swimming skills. You will communicate progress to parents and assist in all YMCA operations while upholding the organization’s values.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Oxygen certifications.
• Able to teach and communicate aquatics skills to participants.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching 11 & under in swim practice.
• Greet and welcome participants each day.
• Assist with multiple practice groups when needed.
• Write workouts for 11 & under age groups.
• Provide timely and accurate feedback to participants and parents.
• Encourage swimmers in and out of the pool.
• Consult with Head Swim Coach to ensure learning new skills.
• Communicate progress and encourage meet participation.
• Maintain a professional appearance with required uniform.
• Provide excellent service to members, guests, and participants.
• Attend mandatory swim meets and meetings; report to work on time.

Skills

CPR/AED

First Aid

Oxygen certification

Customer service

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Teaching / coaching

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Assistant Swim Coach provides a superior experience to members and program participants by assisting in leading swim team program in a safe and effective manner. The Assistant Coach will respond to member and guest needs, provide customer service, and maintain a safe aquatics environment.

Availability

The current open coaching position is with our Bronze group at the Central Clemson Rec Center. They practice in Central on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30-4:30pm. Coaches would need to be available for all three days and potentially fill in with other groups when other coaches are unable.

Essential Functions

• Prepared to assist in coaching 11 & under in swim practice.
• Greets and welcomes participants each day
• Assist with multiple practice groups when needed.
• Write workouts for 11 & under age groups
• Work to provide a balance of fun and tough in daily workouts
• Provide timely and accurate feedback to participants (or parents) about their progress and skills they need to work on.
• Encourage swimmers in and out of pool.
• Consults with Head Swim Coach to make sure participants are incorporating new skills and drills to keep them learning and growing.
• Communicates with parents on progress and encourages meet and program participation.
• Wears required uniform to convey a professional appearance.
• Provides excellent service to members, guests, and program participants.
• Handles and resolves concerns and informs supervisor of unusual situations or unresolved issues.
• Leaves the area in a clean and orderly condition by ensuring all equipment is returned to its appropriate area.
• Maintains required instructional certifications.
• Works under direct supervision of the Swim Coach.
• Attends mandatory swim meets, meetings, and in-services.
• Reports to work on time and consistently.
• Exemplifies YMCA character values.
• Always maintains positive relations with members, participants, and co-workers.
• Assists in all area of the Y operation as requested by management.

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

• Influence: Employs influence strategies that engage, inspire, and build commitment to position and overall Y goals
• Communication: Listens and expresses ideas effectively and in a manner that reflects a true understanding of the needs of the audience
• Decision Making: Integrates logic, intuition, and sound judgment to analyze information to identify greatest opportunities, make sound decisions, and solve problems
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• 17 years of age and have high school diploma or equivalent
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Oxygen certifications
• Proficient in swimming and safety skills
• Able to teach and communicate aquatics skills to participants.
• Able to communicate and enforce policies and procedures to members, program participants, and guests.
• Able to react quickly and properly in emergency situations.
• Must have enthusiasm and possess excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Certifications

• Maintain CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer yearly
• Maintain First Aid and Administering
• Bloodbourne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year
• YMCA Coach

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers.
• Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR, Oxygen and First Aid effectively.
• Must be able to physically stand and sit for an extended period of time.
• Physically able to see, hear, and communicate clearly and be able to hear noises and distress signals in an aquatic environment
• Able to read, write and perform basic math
• Swim with proficiency and endurance for possible rescues.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with swimmers, parents and staff using Listen First skills.