Youth Swim Coach – Competitive & Safe Environment

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,892,960; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on YMCA programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is seeking a Youth Swim Coach to develop young swimmers across mental, psychological, and physical aspects. You will ensure safe pool operations and foster a positive environment aligned with YMCA policies.

You will build strong relationships with swimmers and parents, support year-round competitions, and provide constructive feedback on technique while promoting safety and team spirit.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18.
• Minimum of 2 years prior experience in competitive aquatic coaching.
• ASCA level 2 certification or higher.
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, ARC Swim Coach Safety Training, First Aid.
• Current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding and obtain YMCA Lifeguarding Certification within 60 days of hire.
• Oxygen Administration certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Instructs a group of swimmers with prepared practice plans and pool safety.
• Builds relationships with swimmers and parents; encourages volunteers.
• Assists in year-round competitions in YMCA/USA events.
• Provides feedback on stroke technique daily.
• Discusses character development during practice.
• Communicates swim team information to parents positively.
• Attends meetings, clinics, and team functions as required.
• Follows YMCA policies and safety procedures; reports incidents.
• Uses equipment properly and tidies the pool area.
• Keeps the Competitive Aquatic Director informed of issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Competitive swimming coaching

ASCA Level 2

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

AED certification

First Aid

Lifeguard skills

Parent communication

Job description

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is seeking a Youth Swim Coach to develop young swimmers across mental, psychological, and physical aspects. You will ensure safe pool operations and foster a positive environment aligned with YMCA policies.

You will build strong relationships with swimmers and parents, support year-round competitions, and provide constructive feedback on technique while promoting safety and team spirit.