Swim Club Coach

Company Overview

The Olympic Peninsula YMCA is a non-profit organization that oversees Y programs and focuses on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our mission is to build healthy minds, bodies, and spirits throughout the communities we serve. We strive to promote the values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. We are open to people of all ages, beliefs, incomes, races, genders, and abilities.

General Function

Develops, organizes, and implements a high-quality, member-focused YMCA swim league program. Provides direct leadership, instruction, motivation, and development for youth swim team members in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement.

Responsibilities

• Passion for high standards and belief in the YMCA mission for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility
• Establishes new program activities and expands program(s) within the community in accordance with the Association and branch strategic plans
• Complies program statistics and provides data and reports as required for assigned program(s). Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of participation in the program(s).
• Ensures that safety procedures are followed and that all programs are in compliance with YMCA standards, all relevant regulations, and applicable standards
• Ensures high-quality programs through innovative program development evaluations and ongoing training of staff
• Works with Communication and Marketing Specialists to develop, produce, and distribute swim league information to promote participation
• Ensures upkeep of related facilities and equipment
• Direct on-site supervision of swim league participants and staff during swim league practices/meets
• Submit hours worked accurately on the electronic timecard, within timelines for supervisor approval

Required Skills and Experience

• 17 years of age or older
• One or more years’ experience coaching or assistant coaching a youth swim league
• Must possess strong organization and management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Google suites, etc.
• Pass a Washington State Background check
• Ability to relate well and communicate effectively and relate to a diverse group of individuals, in all circumstances
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required and completes all online trainings which includes child abuse prevention training within 7 days of hire
• Upholds YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management. Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youths

The following are preferred, but can be acquired after being hired:

• YMCA Lifeguard certification or equivalent
• Basic Life Support Certification
• Current state-approved CPR and First Aid certification
• Emergency Oxygen administration certification
• Recognized coach/Member certification with USA Swimming

Salary : $19