Swim Instructor

GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA•Princeton, NJ

22h

About The Position

An exciting opportunity to join the Team of a progressive YMCA association located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org General Function: The Private Swim Instructor serves members though Private Swimming sessions. S/he builds relationships with members and program participants through effective and positive customer service while providing a safe instructional environment.

Requirements

Has 1+ experience in teaching Swim Lessons
Proven track-record in attracting and retaining new clients/participants
HS diploma or equivalent
YSL and/or WSI certification
Current Blood borne Pathogens certification
SH YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Training within 30 days of hire
SH YMCA New Staff Orientation Training within 90 days of hire
Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values
Shows a genuine concern for the needs, feelings and well-being of others under all circumstances
Acts with integrity and credibility in all situations
Displays ease and comfort with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions
Works effectively with all members of a diverse team

Responsibilities

Develops Swim programs/lessons that are specifically tailored to the members’ goals and physical limitations
Follows developmentally appropriate teaching methods and recommended guidelines
Keeps accurate recording of client information such as planned sessions, payments etc.
Engages all members/participants in a professional and courteous manner:
Greet/say hello and goodbye to all participants in the aquatics area and learn members names and call them by their names
Listen and be accessible to all members for questions and comments
Follow-up as needed
Engages members on new classes, new changes, etc.
Maintains proper functioning/cleanliness and/or report malfunctioning of Water area/equipment to supervisor
Redirects members on cell phones to front lobby
Adheres and incorporate the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and educates members about the YMCA mission and goals
Complies with all Somerset Hills YMCA Policies and Procedures
Attends trainings, seminars and meetings as required
Arrives to work five (5) minutes before shift starts
Wear appropriate and professional uniform/attire
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

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