Assistant Swim Team Coach

Ymca-of-Metropolitan-Columbus,-G; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Columbus is seeking a Swim Team Coach to lead and motivate young swimmers while upholding the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. You will plan and deliver swimming instruction, supervise practices and meets, and maintain records for program participants.

You will build positive relationships with students and parents, coordinate with the Head Coach and Branch Manager, and help ensure a safe, engaging learning environment under YMCA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard, CPR, AED and First Aid certifications required.
• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate swim instructor/swim team coach skills per YMCA standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Swim Team Head Coach and supervise practices.
• Instruct swim team per YMCA guidelines with prepared lesson plans.
• Prepare workout plans and schedule practices and meets.
• Maintain attendance records and organize equipment.
• Engage parents and volunteers and foster relationships.
• Respond to inquiries and fundraise as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Ensure safety and emergency procedures are followed.

Skills

Swim instruction

Coaching

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Problem solving

Diversity awareness

Education

Lifeguard Certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

AED

First Aid Certification

Bloodborne Pathogen Certification

Emergency Oxygen Training

Job description

POSITION SUMMARYAssists in Developing, organizing and implementing high quality, YMCA Swim Team programs. This position provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students on the swim team. Ensure a positive atmosphere that promotes the YMCA’s four core values CARING – HONESTY – RESPECT – RESPONSIBILITY to increase skill and safety in and around water.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAssist Swim Team Head Coach.Assists and supervises swim team activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.Develops strategies to motivate the swim team and achieve goals.Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parental involvement and identifies potential volunteers.Instructs swim team in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.Assists in Preparing swim team work out plans, and posts for swim team practice.Assist in Creating, scheduling and supervising swim team practices and meets.Conveys information on swim team programs and schedules and as appropriate, refers students and parents to other Y programs.Assist in Maintaining records as required on a timely basis (i.e. attendance, etc.).Assists in Preparing, organizing and running fundraisers as needed for the swim team. Keep Head Coach and Branch Manager informed of progress and outcome.Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.Observe, enforce and follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.Organizes and puts away needed equipment. Reports damaged equipment.Trains and supervises aides as assigned.Prevent injuries and minimize or eliminate hazardous situations.Administer First Aid as needed.Follow all YMCA policies, guidelines and procedures.Carry out all additional duties as assigned.RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible for the safety, learning and enjoyment of all participants in the program.Be prepared, creative and energized when teaching.Be responsible for recording attendance and progress of each participant each class.Follow YMCA program for designed strokes and skills to be taught each level.Must follow all designated emergency procedures including blood-borne pathogens procedures and fill out accident report forms as needed.Inform any parents of any difficulties arise and keep them informed of accomplishments of students.Renew any certifications prior to their expiration & attend meetings. Provide updated certifications to Head Coach, Branch Manager and Operations Director.Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.Phone Calls, Cell phone usage, texting, and/or use of social sites is strictly prohibited while on duty.Receiving money from members, guests or program participants is strictly prohibited. All money should be receipted in through the Front Desk.DRESS CODEMales are to be dressed and ready for work prior to program start time.Females are to be dressed and ready for work prior to program start time. Acceptable attire is a 1-piece swimsuit.TIMEClocking-in / Clocking-Out is to be done only by the person whose name is on the account. If you forget to use the clock notify your supervisor immediately. You are not to clock in any sooner than 15 minutes before your shift begins unless otherwise granted permission by your supervisor.Requests for TIME OFF forms must be completed along with a schedule showing who will be subbing for you during your time off. Your supervisor has the final discretion if your request has been granted.Changing hours is not permitted without prior approval from the Head Coach and the Branch Manager.Exceeding scheduled work hours is prohibited unless prior approval from your Branch Manager is obtained.YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader)Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.QUALIFICATIONSCertifications: Lifeguard Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification, Bloodborne Pathogen certification and Emergency Oxygen.One to two years related experience preferred.Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor/swim team coach skills in accordance with YMCA standards.Successfully pass the rescue skills and stroke water evaluation.Must keep current on all strokes and skills and different methods of instruction/coaching.Must possess excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.Must possess good public relation skills and be able to communicate effectively and professionally.Must have the ability to follow instructions well and work well with others.Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.Minimum age of 21.PHYSICAL DEMANDSSufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities.Ability to observe, instruct and demonstrate participants in proper stroke techniques.