YD Miami - Water Skills Instructor

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, Water Skills Instructors will provide instruction and leadership for swim

lessons and snorkeling in accordance with YMCA National Aquatic Program guidelines and/ or the grant scope.

Essential Functions/ Job Duties:

· Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the beginning of work shift.

· Ensure the safety of participants in the pool area by developing and supervising all YMCA recreational swimming

and/or swim lessons in a responsible manner.

· Ensure the safety of participants in the open water by developing and supervising all YMCA recreational snorkeling

lessons responsibly.

· Ensure that necessary equipment is available during work time and put away when not on duty.

· Develop and maintain good relations with program participants and pool/ open water site management staff.

· Treat minor accidents as necessary and take appropriate actions for all incidents/accidents, as outlined in the

YMCA Risk Management procedures.

· Bring to the Aquatic Director's attention any condition or practice which may cause an unsafe circumstance to the

health and safety of participants or staff.

· Use preventive lifeguarding techniques to minimize or eliminate hazardous situations.

· Uphold all YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to safety and risk management, and attend all

mandatory YMCA trainings.

· Other tasks assigned by the Aquatic Director or the Program Director.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (i.e. Leader, Team Leader, Multi-Team/ Branch Leader):

Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates

the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers

at program and fundraising leadership levels.

Collaboration: Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic

relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals.

Provides tools and resources for the development of others.

Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and

community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting

procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.

Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of

urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and

personal learning. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices

and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities/ Position Requirements:

Education and Experience:

· High School diploma or GED equivalent.

· Two or more years of experience participating in, or working with aquatics and swim lessons, preferred.

Certificates and Licenses:

· YMCA Swim Instructor Certified or WSI

· First Aid/CPR/AED, CPRO, and oxygen administration certified.

Other skills and abilities:

· Must be at least 18 years of age.

· Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact with individuals at all levels.

· Must be organized and detail-oriented.

· Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with youth and adults including program participants, staff, and representatives of contract pool sites.

· Ability to respond to safety and emergencies.

· Must wear YMCA-provided lifeguard shirt & suit.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

· Avid swimmer, passionate about the sport of swimming, dedicated to the cause of water safety and drowning

prevention.

· Innate desire to provide excellent customer service to participants, which will result in an exceptional aquatic

experience.

· High-energy personality, outgoing, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

· Comfortable with public speaking.

Work Environment:

Work environment characteristics described here represent 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.

· Primarily works in an outdoor pool environment.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift/move set up and store equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Also, needs to be able to demonstrate the

specific skills to show technical proficiency in lifeguarding rescue techniques.

· Must be able to swim 500 yards/meters non-stop and tread water for two minutes without using hands.

· Must be able to hear without aid and see victims.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people

assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties

and skills required of personnel so classified. Employment at the YMCA is at-will. It is purely voluntary, based upon the

consent of both the Association and the staff member. No expressed or implied contractual rights should be inferred

from this job description.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to submit to and satisfactorily clear a thorough Level II fingerprinting background screening.

As a Drug-Free Workplace, all new hires must successfully complete a drug test. Please note Medical Marijuana cards do not exempt you from successfully passing your drug test.

The YMCA of South Florida is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in the workplace because of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age or disability.