Swim Team Coach

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF • Hinesville, GA

20h

About The Position

The Head Swim Team Coach is responsible for the daily operation of the Swim Team Program. Daily functions include practice and training sessions for swim team participants. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc. is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character - caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. This organization has zero tolerance for abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement. This organization takes every allegation of abuse or misconduct seriously and will fully cooperate with the authorities to investigate all cases of alleged abuse or misconduct. Employees and volunteers shall cooperate with any external investigation by outside authorities or internal investigation conducted by the organization or persons given investigative authority by the organization. An employee or volunteer’s failure to cooperate with an investigation will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment or dismissal from the organization.

Requirements

• Competitive swimming and/or coaching experience is required.
• Sound working knowledge of competitive swimming principles.
• Ability to develop and implement training plans and routines for participants.
• Ability to foster positive staff, peers, and program participants.
• CPR and First Aid required within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain authorization to work with children under the Georgia Department of Labor and YMCA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Plan training routine for swim team participants
• Assist in setting the competition schedule for the swim team
• Train and educate the coaching staff
• Keep team statistics and information, including certifications, registrations, league requirements, and swim meet entries
• Provide a positive learning atmosphere for swim team participants, parents, and staff
• Abide by the YMCA policies and league rules
• Assist in the overall retention and satisfaction of YMCA members through appropriate customer service
• Assist in the Annual Campaign fundraising program for the YMCA
• Maintain a positive and cheerful attitude with staff, peers, and program participants

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed