PBG Water Safety Instructor

MANDEL JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF THE PALM BEACHES INCPalm Beach Gardens, FL
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!)
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