PBG Water Safety Instructor

MANDEL JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF THE PALM BEACHES INC • Palm Beach Gardens, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Water Safety Instructor (WSI) provides high-quality swim instruction to members and guests of all ages in a safe, inclusive, and community-centered environment. As part of a JCC, this role supports the mission of building community, promoting wellness, and ensuring the highest standards of water safety while adhering to all applicable Florida regulations and risk management practices.

Requirements

• Current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification required
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required
• Ability to demonstrate all swim strokes and water safety skills
• Ability to remain alert and actively engaged for extended periods
• Ability to lift and assist participants (up to 30 lbs)
• Ability to work in outdoor and indoor pool environments, including heat and humidity

Nice To Haves

• Prior swim instruction experience preferred
• Knowledge of Florida pool safety regulations strongly preferred
• Experience working with children, families, and diverse populations
• Strong communication, customer service, and conflict resolution skills
• Lifeguard certification (highly preferred or required depending on facility)
• Experience with adaptive aquatics or special needs programming
• Bilingual (Spanish/English or other languages common in South Florida)

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver swim lessons in accordance with American Red Cross or equivalent nationally recognized standards
• Teach water safety, stroke development, and aquatic skills for all levels, including parent-child, youth, and adult programs
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment aligned with JCC values (respect, community, and engagement)
• Conduct participant skill assessments and provide ongoing progress feedback to families
• Maintain accurate attendance, skill tracking, and incident documentation in accordance with agency procedures
• Enforce all pool rules and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries
• Actively monitor participants during instruction to ensure constant supervision and safety
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, including water rescues, and provide CPR/AED/First Aid as needed
• Communicate professionally with parents, members, and staff, addressing concerns promptly
• Support aquatics events, camps, and community programming as needed
• Adhere to all applicable Florida Department of Health public pool regulations (Chapter 64E-9, Florida Administrative Code)
• Maintain active certifications: WSI, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, and First Aid (no lapses permitted)
• Follow established Emergency Action Plans (EAP) and participate in regular in-service trainings and drills
• Ensure proper instructor-to-student ratios are maintained at all times
• Complete and submit incident and accident reports promptly and accurately
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment issues, or maintenance needs immediately
• Comply with all child safety policies, including abuse prevention, mandated reporting, and supervision standards
• Follow JCC risk management policies, including participant check-in/out procedures and facility security protocols
• Maintain confidentiality of member and participant information in accordance with agency policy

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability
• PTO: Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• Voluntary Benefits: Pet Discount Program, Financial Wellness, Identity Theft Protection, Accident and Critical Illness
• Staff Discount on our Programs (FT and PT employees!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed