Swim Instructor

GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA • Hillsborough Township, NJ

18d • $16 - $18

About The Position

The Swim Instructor serves members through swimming sessions, building relationships with members and program participants through effective, positive customer service while providing a safe instructional environment. The role is with Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY), a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The position follows YMCA values and policies and supports an inclusive community.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience teaching swim lessons.
• A proven track record of attracting and retaining new clients or participants.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• YSL and/or WSI certification.
• Current Blood borne Pathogens certification.
• Complete SH YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Training within 30 days of hire.
• Complete SH YMCA New Staff Orientation Training within 90 days of hire.
• Demonstrate commitment to the YMCA mission and values, including care for others and integrity.
• Work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Demonstrate a desire to serve members and the community, respond appropriately to concerns, and improve services based on feedback.
• Build mutually beneficial relationships with volunteers, members, and colleagues, and share information and resources.
• Commit to quality results, monitor performance, and take appropriate action to meet expectations.
• Apply learning, make sound decisions, take responsibility, and adapt to change and ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Greet participants in the aquatics area, learn members’ names, and address them by name.
• Listen and remain accessible to members for questions and comments, and follow up as needed.
• Engage members regarding new classes and changes.
• Maintain the proper functioning and cleanliness of the water area and equipment, or report malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Redirect members using cell phones to the front lobby.
• Incorporate YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and educate members about the YMCA mission and goals.
• Comply with Somerset Hills YMCA policies and procedures.
• Attend required trainings, seminars, and meetings.
• Arrive five minutes before the shift begins.
• Wear appropriate and professional uniform or attire.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free individual membership access to any YMCA in the nation.
• 10% discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to the Y Retirement Fund from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community and access to Employee Resource Networks.

What This Job Offers

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