Assistant Swim Team Coach

Greater Green Bay YMCA•Green Bay, WI

49d

About The Position

The Assistant Swim Team Coach contributes to the Ys success by assisting the Head Swim Team Coach in developing and sustaining an environment in our Y that supports our mission, values and guiding principles. The primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery and facilitation of swim practices for a variety of abilities and to support swimmers at swim meets. 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.

Requirements

This position requires a background in an aquatic and/or recreation environment
Must demonstrate commitment to the Ys cause and mission.
Must demonstrate ability to build relationships and deliver an exceptional experience.
YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguarding certification (which includes CPR/First Aid and AED certification) is required within the first sixty days of employment (training provided).
Competitive Swimming experience preferred.
Computer and/or Smart phone technology experience required.

Nice To Haves

Previous swim instruction and work with special need populations are beneficial.
Experience supervising, training, and developing staff preferred.

Responsibilities

Foster an environment and culture that supports our mission, values, and guiding principles while leading efforts to drive membership, growth, and program participation.
Assist in the implementation of programs and initiatives under the direction of the Head Swim Team Coach.
Provide and promote engaging, safe, and fun aquatic programming that passes a passion for aquatic activities on to participants and members.
Interact and assist swimmers with their technique by actively correcting form, recognizing individual differences and adjusting teaching strategies.
Assist with preparation and tear down of practice needs. Instruct swimmers how to help and use the swim team equipment safely (lane ropes, backstroke flags, kick boards, blocks, etc.).
Know and follow YMCA procedures for incidents and injuries. Attend all assigned practices and swim meets, communicating substitutions and following absence procedures.
Act according to facility protocol to ensure safety of all staff and children which includes:
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with staff and children.
Attend required abuse risk management training.
Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.