Water Fitness Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Sierra Madre, CA

3d•$19 - $19

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director and Aquatics Coordinator/Lead, the Water Exercise Instructor is responsible for professional instruction of all water exercise classes. As a member of the Aquatics team, the Water Exercise Instructor is also responsible for the safety of members in the pool and pool area by enforcing policies and procedures courteously and professionally. It is essential to keep certifications current and follow emergency procedures when necessary. This position requires skill in preventing accidents and maintaining a safe and nurturing aquatic environment for all members.

Requirements

AGE: Minimum age of 18.
MANDATORY CERTIFICATIONS:
SPECIALIZED SKILLS: Knowledgeable in the principles and practices of successful water exercise instruction; ability to work with and interact with a diverse group of people.
RELATED EXPIERENCE: Experience instructing aquatic exercise programs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer/Basic Life Support (BLS)
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.

Nice To Haves

Y-USA Foundations of Group Exercise and/or Aquatic Exercise Association certification highly recommended.
RELATED EXPERIENCE: Experience instructing swim lessons or coaching aquatic programs

Responsibilities

Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants and other staff
Interact with participants, working to discover their needs and exceed their expectations.
Handle member complaints courteously and promptly by taking responsibility and resolving the complaint directly or by referring to the appropriate supervisor.
Recruit and involve volunteers in the Aquatics Department in various areas such as:
One volunteer campaigner per year
Aquatic Committee
Special events (Healthy Kids Day & Family Swim Meets) etc.
Understand, follow, and enforce YMCA policies and procedures. Explain and interpret these policies and procedures to members in a positive manner.
Take full responsibility for all students in each class from beginning to end, staying with them and watching them closely.
Know and understand emergency procedures, and respond promptly and appropriately when necessary.
Follow Minimum Standards of Safety for Aquatic Activities 7.301. Understand and consistently enforce safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
Follow the Safety and Injury Illness and Prevention Guidelines by taking personal responsibility for your own safety and the safety of pool participants.
Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations governing the conduct of persons using the swimming pool.
Respond immediately to all emergency situations using proper procedures/techniques.
Know the Emergency Action Plan, understand your specific role during an emergency and carry out your responsibilities during an emergency when necessary.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, and Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness and personal growth.
All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.