Assistant Swim Team Coach
YMCA of Greater LouisvilleAbout the role
Job DetailsJob Location: Northeast Family YMCA - Louisville, KY 40223Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 HourlyJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Aquatics and SwimmingPOSITION SUMMARY: As the nation’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job. We offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. As a key member of the Aquatics team, an Assistant Swim Team Coach teaches both youth and their parents pool safety and swimming techniques and is responsible for proactive communication and maintaining a safe pool atmosphere while preventing accidents. The main purpose of this position is to provide a positive role model for members and to create a character-developing atmosphere.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES:
Uphold the Mission of the YMCA
Plan practice workouts prior to start of practice. Arrive 15 minutes prior to practices
Maintain all required certifications and attend all staff meetings required by Head Swim Coach
Able to communicate & available to parents for any questions or concerns that may arise
Encourage team members to clean up equipment after practice to keep pool area clean and tidy
Reports to Aquatics Program Director and Head Swim Team Coach
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Standing for long periods of time
Ability to hear, see, speak
Noise level- High
Exposure to indoor/outdoor elements
Must be able to remain alert
Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals
Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision
Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations
Must be able to remain in water for long periods of time
Lift at least 25 pounds
Qualifications
Minimum age of 18.
Team player with personal commitment to YMCA Mission, Philosophy & Character Development Values.
People centered; service oriented.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Previous competitive swimming experience required
Comfortable working with a large group of children from the pool deck and demonstrating from in and outside the pool
Attend all swim meets and coordinate parent volunteers as needed throughout the season.
Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification. (YMCA can provide certification or crossover course)
Additional certifications to be obtained: Safety Training for Swim Coach’s, YMCA Principles and Safe Sport certification
USA Coaching credentials may be required if the coach wishes to pursue being USA Swimming Certified
The YMCA of Greater Louisville is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.
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