Water Aide
About The Position
Provide in-water support to Swim Instructors in accordance with YMCA guidelines and set lesson plans. Ensure program, staff and patrons maintain hygiene habits/practices in accordance with CDC guidelines. Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Maintain records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.). Develop positive relationship with participants and provide motivational support and guidance. Refer detailed inquiries to a supervisor. Understand and enthusiastically endorse other YMCA programs, especially other aquatic programs. Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled. Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Organize and put away needed class equipment. Report damaged equipment to supervisor. Maintain all required certifications. Adhere to assigned schedule and communicate with supervisor in advance of any scheduling conflicts.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 14.
- Must possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA Swim Lessons Program and its goals.
- Certifications obtained within first 60 days of employment: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification, and Emergency Oxygen.
- Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor safety assistant skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
- YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor Certification must be completed within first year of eligibility.
- Must enjoy working with children and have experience working with groups of children
- Must demonstrate maturity, responsibility, and a sincere interest in working with children.
Nice To Haves
- American Red Cross Lifeguard, YMCA Lifeguard, or equivalent certification accepted by NYS is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide in-water support to Swim Instructors in accordance with YMCA guidelines and set lesson plans.
- Ensure program, staff and patrons maintain hygiene habits/practices in accordance with CDC guidelines.
- Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.
- Maintain records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
- Develop positive relationship with participants and provide motivational support and guidance.
- Refer detailed inquiries to a supervisor.
- Understand and enthusiastically endorse other YMCA programs, especially other aquatic programs.
- Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
- Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
- Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
- Organize and put away needed class equipment. Report damaged equipment to supervisor.
- Maintain all required certifications.
- Adhere to assigned schedule and communicate with supervisor in advance of any scheduling conflicts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
