Swim Team Assistant Coach

About the role

Make a splash while making a difference! The YMCA of the Roses is seeking an enthusiastic Swim Team Assistant Coach to join our competitive swimming program at the Lancaster City Center YMCA. This part-time, weeknight position is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young athletes and helping swimmers build skills, confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a positive and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Develops, promotes, and manages the competitive swimming program in manner consistent with USA Swimming and YMCA standards.
• Supervises the general facilities on-site (pool, pool deck, equipment storage, locker rooms) as well as off-site for upkeep, cleanliness and proper usage during and following program use.
• Maintains proper records/department files.
• Maintains constant supervision of swimmers, identifies swimmers who need assistance, and supports swimmers as necessary to ensure a positive learning environment.
• Attend team meets as directed by Director of Competitive Swimming.
• Assist the team in set up procedure and clean up procedure during home meets at their YMCA facility.
• Under the direction of the Head Coach, seeks educational opportunities through the National YMCA competitive Swimming Coaches Association and the American Swimming Coaches Association.
• Adheres to program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards, and ensures consistency with evidence-based practices.
• Relate to the individual swimmer on a personal basis at practice, meets and other venues.
• Relate to parents concerns through individual contact before or after practice.
• Follow National YMCA philosophy of "Everybody Swims" no matter the outcome of a meet.
• Complete all other required duties requested by Director of Competitive swimming and/or Aquatics Director.

Skills

• Inclusion
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Emotional Maturity

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18
• No less than 1 year experience coaching similar Swim Teams
• Certifications: CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, Lifeguarding and/or Coaches Safety Certification
• USA and YMCA coach certification within 1 month of hire
• Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance
• Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance
• Complete all required trainings within 1 month of hire

Benefits

• FREE Access to fitness centers and pools at all YMCA of the Roses locations
• Program and lesson discounts
• FREE Child Watch (up to 3 hours per day while working, when available)

Schedule

Part-time, weeknight position.