Swim Team Coach-Certified

The YMCA of South Florida•Hollywood, FL

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Coach will assist in the supervision of all aspects of the competitive swimming program, including teaching, administration and deck coaching as a representative of the YMCA at all team events and functions. They will also monitor the participants for safety and serve all member and non-members of the YMCA in accordance with the purposes and policies of the association. Essential Functions / Job Duties: This position will serve as the swim coach and will be responsible for the supervision of the practices for the swim team and other groups as may be deemed necessary The Swim Coach will assist in planning and supervising workouts, teach stroke analysis, drills & techniques, and familiarity with current coaching trends. The Swim Coach will help the Aquatics Director to implement new competitive aquatics programs and be responsible for all participant recruitment, retention, program carryout and administrative tasks associated with programs The Swim Coach will help the Aquatics Director provide member services and promote the swim team program; communicate as necessary with parents and other coaches regarding assignments, swimmer progress, and upcoming events The Swim Coach will help the Aquatics Director in the development of the feeder program and recruitment strategy to ensure continuous growth of team The Swim Coach attend swim meets as scheduled and assist with preparation of all special events relating to swim team All swim coaches must be able to teach Private Competitive Lessons through the YMCA. Any individual wishing to take private lessons with a YMCA swim coach must do so at the YMCA with all paperwork and finances running through the YMCA system. YMCA swim coaches may not teach free-lance swim lessons at our or any pool paid or volunteer. All other functions deemed necessary 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.

Requirements

Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively discipline, counsel, and evaluate job performance
Ensure that all members have the opportunity to participate in high quality, mission driven programs in a safe aquatic environment
Computer literate; working knowledge of Microsoft Office, e-mail and Internet
Ability to work independently and utilize initiative, ability to be organized and to meet deadlines
Good judgment and solid decision making skills; strong oral and written communication skills; excellent customer service skills; and an attitude of professionalism and respect
Ability to interact well with all levels of members, parents, staff, management, and YMCA Board of Directors
Ability to handle occasional stressful conditions, react calmly in emergency situations, and work irregular hours
Sensitivity to, understanding, and support of the YMCA mission and core values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility
Coaching skills should include stroke analysis, familiarity with current coaching trends, use of video, dry land training and swimmer motivation
Current CPR certification (For the Professional Rescuer, or Healthcare Provider)
Current First Aid and AED certification
Safety Training for Swim Coaches In-Water Skills Checklist (within 30 days of employment)
YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving certification (within 30 days of employment)
Being in good physical health with full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Nice To Haves

Individual with outgoing, energetic and collaborative personality.
Innate attention to detail.
Enjoys working with files.

Responsibilities

Supervision of practices for the swim team and other groups
Planning and supervising workouts
Teach stroke analysis, drills & techniques
Implement new competitive aquatics programs
Participant recruitment, retention, program carryout and administrative tasks associated with programs
Provide member services and promote the swim team program
Communicate with parents and other coaches regarding assignments, swimmer progress, and upcoming events
Development of the feeder program and recruitment strategy to ensure continuous growth of team
Attend swim meets as scheduled and assist with preparation of all special events relating to swim team
Teach Private Competitive Lessons through the YMCA