Swim Coach

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Swim Team Coach manages and facilitates daily practices and oversees occasional swim meets for participants in the program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and promote a team philosophy of excellence.
• Help swimmers of all levels to improve their swimming skills and assist them in meeting their personal goals
• Encourage participation and assist in building team unity
• Staff is expected to act professionally and dress according to the requirements: approved jacket, shirt
• All Staff should arrive promptly for their shift. Opening personnel must arrive with adequate time prepare facility for opening.
• Direct all pool maintenance concerns to Aquatics Director immediately.
• The Aquatics Center phone and computer are not for personal use. Personal Emergency calls are permitted.
• Ensure all participants wear appropriate swim attire and footwear
• Make sure all equipment is put away correctly following your shift.
• Attend regularly scheduled, mandatory staff meetings.
• Utilize time clock and monitor timesheet per Seasonal Contract
• Bring any corrections to Aquatics Director within a timely manner.
• Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 17 years of age or older
• Successfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements as well as meet the Association’s policies on background screening
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Prior experience as a swim instructor
• Refrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice, and dispensing or endorsing any and all commercial health products especially nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance enhancing substances, and pain relievers.
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Must be a self starter, with high energy and a positive attitude

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• CPR for the Rescue Professional/ First Aid/AED Certifications required
• Lifeguard Certification or applicable certifications required by the Aquatics Director
• Registered with Florida Swimming
• ASCA Certification of Level 1 or higher
• YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens Training class
• YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Training
• Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols
• Additional training classes as recommended by Aquatics Director