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Come and work for the YMCA of Metro North Tritons!
We are a regional swim team associated with the YMCA of Metro North's 4 branch locations in Melrose, Saugus, Lynn and Peabody!
POSITION SUMMARY: Primarily responsible for swimmers ages 6 through 18. The coach would be available to coach on week day evening practices as well as weekend swim meets. Responsibilities include: coaching swim team practices, creating swim workouts for practice groups, monitoring swimmer safety and behavior, and coaching meets as directed by the Head Coach. The ideal candidate will have or be willing to attain the appropriate coaching certifications for both the YMCA and USA swimming leagues including CPR/First aid and either a lifeguard or safety training for coach’s certification.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide a safe and quality competitive environment to train and motivate young athletes in the sport of swimming; instruct swim team participants on swimming stroke techniques and assist with skill improvement as outlined and directed by Head Coach.
Plan and supervise daily workouts as assigned by the Head Coach (will not leave the group unsupervised for any reason)
Monitor pool activities during swim meets and practices; evaluate individual and team performance, explain techniques and assist with skills improvement.
Monitor aquatics facility and guests, and assures compliance to rules, regulations, policies and procedure; assure facilities are maintained in a clean and safe condition.
Promote a positive recreation environment and good personal behavior
Develop team motivation
Responsible for the discipline of swimmers at team functions according to team policy
Act as role model for swimmers
Ability to work with a variety of ages and levels of swimmers Support efforts to instigate and maintain high team spirit which may include attending functions such as fundraisers or team-sponsored socials.
Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of swimming pool patrons
MEET/ PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS:
Will have availability to coach practice up to three times per week and be available for swim meets three weekends per month Attends all YMCA scheduled meets and events with team.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and extreme heat (non-weather). The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
CERTIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Current Lifeguard/First Aid Certification; Coach’s Safety Training or willingness to achieve within first month of hire. Valid Massachusetts State Driver’s License. Active USA Swimming Coach certification or willingness to achieve within one month of hire. Minimum 2 years of experience coaching with either YMCA or USA Swimming is preferred. Accuracy and time management skills are essential. Strong desire to succeed. Eager to learn and be a team player.
Part Time
Civic & Environmental Advocacy
$52k-89k (estimate)
05/05/2023
05/08/2024
ymcametronorth.org
PEABODY, MA
200 - 500
1870
GREATER YMCA
$10M - $50M
Civic & Environmental Advocacy
The YMCA of Metro North is a diverse association of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of youth, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility in our community. OUR MISSION. The YMCA of Metro North builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities by enriching the lives of all people in spirit, mind and body. OUR VISION. The YMCA of Metro North, as a charitable community-based organization with a commitment to service, will utilize its staff, volunteers and facilities to strengthen individuals, families a...nd our our community by providing quality social, recreational and educational experiences while promoting honesty, respect, caring and responsibility to all members of the community. OUR CAUSE. We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together. Thats why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. OUR LOCATIONS. The YMCA of Metro North encompasses seven different locations. While there are common threads that unite all branch operations, each site is unique and offers programs and services in line with their individual community needs and interests.
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