Swim Instructor

Center for Disability Services•Queensbury, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Disability Services is seeking a Swim Instructor for their Swim Program at Prospect Center in Queensbury, NY. For 80 years, the Center has been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals with disabilities, offering innovative programs and vital services not available elsewhere. The organization is committed to empowering individuals to lead full, independent lives and has served over 12,000 people. Every employee is considered an integral part of their mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future, promoting independence and creating a brighter, more accessible world for those they serve.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
American Red Cross life guarding certification
CPR for the Pro-Rescuer certification
Standard First Aid certification
Less than 1 year of job related experience, specifically with people with developmental disabilities

Responsibilities

Provide instruction and supervision of aquatic lessons and activities
Assist client in and out of the pool
Adhere to standard safety practices, as well as job, department and Center policies and procedures related to safety
Assist clients in preparation for activities as needed, including transferring and putting on of floatation equipment
Clean/maintain pool deck sanitation as directed by Queensbury School Pool protocol and in accordance with New York State Department of Health standards
Participate in training and development activities in accordance with department and Agency policies
Engage in pool set up and closing duties in accordance with Queensbury pool policy
Attend meetings as scheduled by Department
Notify supervisor of incident and complete Incident Reports when necessary
Inspect all waterfront equipment and report any defects with recommendations for correction to supervisor