Coach I- Competitive Swim

About the role

The Coach will develop youth athletes in all aspects of swimming, including mental, psychological, and physical development under the direction of the Competitive Swim Director.

Responsibilities

• Instructs a group of swimmers in accordance with YMCA guidelines and prepares practice plans.
• Maintains constant surveillance of all program participants, emphasizing pool safety.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with swimmers and parents, helping them connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Aids in year-round competitions in both YMCA and USA sanctioned swimming events.
• Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Provides positive, encouraging, and specific feedback on stroke technique.
• Uses teachable moments to discuss character development and provides constructive feedback during practice sessions using positive motivation techniques.
• Communicates swim team information to parents in a positive and supportive manner.
• Attends meetings, clinics, banquets, fundraisers, and team social functions as required and needed.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
• Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Utilizes equipment appropriately with activities and incorporates skill development.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment.
• Cleans up pool deck after each session.
• Reports damaged equipment.
• Keeps the Competitive Aquatic Director apprised of situations requiring his/her attention.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18.
• Minimum of 2 years prior experience in competitive aquatic coaching.
• Possess ASCA Level 2 certification or higher.
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, ARC Swim Coach Safety Training, First Aid.
• Current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding certification, and obtain YMCA Lifeguarding Certification within 60 days of hire.
• Oxygen Administration certification (required within 30 days of hire).
• Demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.

Part Time Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Paid sick leave.
• Legal plan.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility.
• 403(b) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Metro Y program discounts.
• Complimentary use of YMCA facilities.

Salary

$17.85 per hour.