What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Exercise Instructor position at YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit?
The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.
LIKE BEING IN THE WATER?
MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!
Now Hiring Water Ex Instructors at the South Oakland YMCA
YMCA Employee Benefits
- FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
- Flexible Scheduling
- Family-friendly Work Environment
- Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan
General Function
Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Water Exercise Instructor teaches aquatic exercises classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement.
Education/Experience/Training/Certifications
- Minimum age of 18
- Current CPR-Pro, First-Aid, AED, Emergency
- Current AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional or other nationally recognized certification or YASA (YMCA Aquatic Safety Assistant) and YMCA Water Fitness Instructor Certifications.
- Certification in specialty areas of expertise desired. (SilverSneakers Splash®/Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program, etc.)
- At least one year of experience teaching group/water exercise classes preferred
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes
- Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
- Maintains records and attends meetings and trainings as scheduled.
Abilities & Skills
- Ability to conduct classes and activities in and out of the water.
- Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
- Ability to communicate verbally and nonverbally to the participants in the class.
For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).
The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (“YMCA”) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with
program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program
participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with
authorities in any case of abuse.