Witham Family YMCA - Aquatics - Program Coordinator

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER INDIANAPOLIS • Lebanon, IN

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About The Position

The Program Coordinator I assists with hiring, program planning, and oversight of aquatic programs in accordance with YMCA goals and policies. Responsibilities include helping maintain and improve program quality, enrollment, and participant retention; staying aware of current trends in aquatics; and helping build relationships and a small-community atmosphere among members. The coordinator also oversees new programs, staff training, and brochure and marketing requests. The role is under the direction of the Aquatics Director and/or Program Specialist I or II.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 16.
• At least 2 years of aquatic experience.
• Exemplary human motivational, relationship, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to interpret program objectives to members, participants, and volunteers.
• Ability to communicate within and between communities and organizations.
• Ability to swim, as demonstrated by passing a swim test that includes performing the strokes to be instructed and treading water for at least 2 minutes.
• Current HCP, First Aid, Lifeguard, and YMCA Basic Swim Lessons and/or Water Fitness Instructor certifications; Lifeguard certification may be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to work as a team member and demonstrate core values that align with the YMCA mission.
• Ability to obtain YMCA New Employee Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, Safety & Risk Management, and other designated training within 60–90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hiring aquatic program staff.
• Assist with planning and overseeing aquatic programs in accordance with YMCA goals and policies.
• Help maintain and improve program quality, enrollment, and participant retention.
• Stay aware of current trends in the aquatics field.
• Help build relationships and a small-community atmosphere among members.
• Oversee new programs.
• Provide staff training.
• Handle brochure and marketing requests.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff, parents, participants, and the general public.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding personal information about children, families, and YMCA staff.
• Pursue further aquatics education and training, including trainer-level training.

Benefits

• Free Y membership.
• 20 hours per week of free child care.
• Flexible hours/scheduling.
• Retirement.
• Discounted program fees.
• Professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED