Swim Team Coach

Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in the community as a Swim Team Coach. Your primary responsibility will be to conduct organized practices and foster the Y's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. This position engages with swimmers and parents, promotes safety, and contributes to the development of young athletes.

Qualifications

• Physically capable of lifting 40 pounds.
• Ability to observe and respond to stressful situations.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct organized, positive practices.
• Prepare workouts before practice.
• Assist in maintaining attendance records.

Skills

Physical observation

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Job description

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Position summary:

The swim team coach's primary responsibility is to conduct organized, positive practices along the guidelines of the Marion & Polk County YMCA’s Aquatic Department. To model, practice and carry out the Y core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Description:

Position summary:

The swim team coach's primary responsibility is to conduct organized, positive practices along the guidelines of the Marion & Polk County YMCA’s Aquatic Department. To model, practice and carry out the Y core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Our Culture Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential Functions:

• Review and understand team level and logical coaching progression.
• Greet swimmers and parents prior to each practice and introduce yourself and develop member relations.
• Prepare workouts before practice time.
• Be ready for practice at least 15 minutes ahead of time.
• Assist in maintaining attendance records, showering, and securing equipment as assigned.
• Maintain proper care of equipment and facility.
• Be available for parent questions and comments. If rushed, arrange a convenient time for both to meet.
• Be consistent with YMCA Aquatic policy on discipline, class organization and team standards.
• Prepare for swim meets and practices.
• Attend all scheduled general staff meetings and trainings for your programs.
• Keep accurate time cards.
• Assist in the cultivation and training of volunteers.
• Keep certifications current and continue education.
• Maintain appropriate level of personal fitness and high level of competency in rescue techniques.
  
  

Requirements:

Physical/mental Requirements:

• Must be physically capable of observing and listening for stressful situations at all times.
• Must be physically capable of lifting 40 pounds.
• Must be able to quickly reach a person and/or situation to prevent harm.
  
  

Essential Functions:

• Review and understand team level and logical coaching progression.
• Greet swimmers and parents prior to each practice and introduce yourself and develop member relations.
• Prepare workouts before practice time.
• Be ready for practice at least 15 minutes ahead of time.
• Assist in maintaining attendance records, showering, and securing equipment as assigned.
• Maintain proper care of equipment and facility.
• Be available for parent questions and comments. If rushed, arrange a convenient time for both to meet.
• Be consistent with YMCA Aquatic policy on discipline, class organization and team standards.
• Prepare for swim meets and practices.
• Attend all scheduled general staff meetings and trainings for your programs.
• Keep accurate time cards.
• Assist in the cultivation and training of volunteers.
• Keep certifications current and continue education.
• Maintain appropriate level of personal fitness and high level of competency in rescue techniques.
  
  

All candidates must have reliable transportation. Job offers are contingent upon completion of a rigorous criminal history background check.

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Employment type

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