Certification Trainer

YMCA of Metro Atlanta•Decatur, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aquatics Certification Trainer assists the Aquatics Director with scheduling, evaluating, and training new and current CPR, lifeguard, and/or YMCA Swim Instructor candidates, and supports monthly or quarterly in-service training for lifeguard and swim instructor staff. The trainer creates and delivers YMCA-certified coursework, observes and directs participants, and provides feedback and corrections in accordance with YMCA guidelines and the Aquatics Director’s direction. The position oversees certification and recertification courses, including ASHI CPR, BLS, YMCA Lifeguard, and/or YMCA Swim Instructor courses. It supports in-service training, maintains required certifications, and helps ensure a safe, clean, and controlled pool and classroom environment. Effectiveness is measured primarily by member satisfaction and maintaining an environment consistent with Metro Atlanta YMCA philosophy.

Requirements

Current YMCA Lifeguard Instructor, ASHI Instructor, and/or YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer certification.
Ability to complete at least three certification courses within the calendar year.
Excellent customer service experience or standards.
Ability to communicate course material clearly and teach effectively in different learning environments.
Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to learn and use office technologies and systems.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications.
Y-USA Trainer certifications, such as facilitation skills and adult concepts.
Y-USA Leader Certification within 90 days of hire.
At least 18 years of age for lifeguard instructor and ASHI CPR instructor work; at least 21 years of age for swim instructor trainer work.
At least one year of job-related experience.
Ability to perform all skills required of a Certification Trainer, hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, remain alert without lapses of consciousness, and see and observe all areas of responsibility.
Ability to pass pre-employment criminal record, drug screening, motor vehicle record, and reference checks according to company policy.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Schedule, evaluate, and train CPR, lifeguard, and/or YMCA Swim Instructor candidates.
Create and execute ASHI CPR, BLS, YMCA Lifeguard, and/or YMCA Swim Instructor new, crossover, and recertification courses.
Conduct at least one recertification course and at least three lifeguard courses per year.
Meet course objectives, cover required material, organize the learning environment, provide corrective feedback, and ensure participants meet completion requirements.
Supervise and guide Instructor Aides assisting with courses.
Administer and score final examinations; complete attendance records, certification forms, class rosters, and incident reports; submit course records to the governing agency; and issue completion certificates.
Maintain the safety of people in the pool area and classroom during training.
Maintain required branch and association certifications and follow YMCA policies, procedures, and instructor responsibilities.
Support monthly lifeguard and/or quarterly swim instructor in-service trainings under the guidance of the Aquatics Director.
Help develop in-service lesson plans covering policies, procedures, and dry-land and in-water skills; provide corrective feedback and help prepare equipment.
Keep pool and classroom areas clean and free of hazards, and inform the Aquatics Director and/or Director on Duty of problems or needed repairs.
Present a positive, customer-service-focused, professional image and follow safety and emergency-preparedness procedures.
Perform additional duties as needed.