ASSISTANT SWIM COACH

FOOTHILLS AREA YMCA•Seneca, SC

103d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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.