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OPEN POSITIONS:
HEAD SWIM INSTRUCTOR – $17.42/hour
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 18 years of age.
- HS/GED with some college preferred.
- Minimum two years of experience as a swim instructor and lifeguard.
- Minimum one year in a supervisory role.
- Current First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification.
Available Shifts:
Monday - Friday - Shifts vary- Afternoon-Evenings
Saturday - Sunday - Shifts vary - Mornings
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (ALL POSITIONS):
- Minimum age of 16 or older (with valid NYS working papers for minors)
- Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
- LIFEGUARDS: Must have a valid lifeguard certification (within 30 days of hire) and demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards
- Be able to pass the CDYMCA swim test, as administered by the Aquatic Director or designated individual
- Basic computer skills, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to relate to diverse groups in the community
- Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration (completed within 30 days of hire)
- New Employee Orientation, Sexual Harassment, ALICE (Active Shooter), and Bloodborne Pathogens trainings (completed within 90 days of hire)
PART TIME BENEFITS:
Employee YMCA Membership, Y Retirement, Paid Sick Leave, and more!
Salary : $17