Swim Instructor

Overview

Description:

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. Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) has a 150-year history, seven locations across three counties, and serves upwards of 30,000 individuals.

GSCY employs 100 full-time and 950 part-time staff with operating revenues of $22+ million. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and addressing social inequities. Learn more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

General Function:
The Swim Instructor serves members through swimming sessions. S/he builds relationships with members and program participants through effective and positive customer service while providing a safe instructional environment.

• Engage all members/participants in a professional and courteous manner: greet and say hello to participants in the aquatics area and learn members’ names; listen and be accessible to questions and comments; follow up as needed; engage members on new classes and changes.
• Maintain proper functioning and cleanliness; report malfunctions of water area/equipment to supervisor.
• Redirect members on cell phones to front lobby.
• Adhere to and incorporate the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility; educate members about the YMCA mission and goals.
• Comply with all Somerset Hills YMCA Policies and Procedures.
• Attend trainings, seminars and meetings as required.

• Arrive five minutes before shift starts.
• Wear appropriate and professional uniform/attire.
• All other duties as assigned.

• 1+ year experience in teaching swim lessons.
• Proven track record in attracting and retaining new clients/participants.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• YSL and/or WSI certification.
• Current Bloodborne Pathogens certification.
• SH YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Training within 30 days of hire.
• SH YMCA New Staff Orientation Training within 90 days of hire.

• Commitment to Mission and YMCA values: accepts and demonstrates YMCA values; shows genuine concern for others; acts with integrity and credibility.
• Commitment to Inclusion: comfortable with people of different backgrounds and abilities; works effectively with a diverse team; includes others to gain diverse perspectives.
• Member, Community and Movement Driven: serves others; responds to inquiries and concerns in a timely and appropriate fashion; anticipates and fulfills member and community needs; uses feedback to improve programs and services.
• Relationship Building: develops and maintains relationships with volunteers, members and colleagues; proactively assists others; prioritizes organizational goals.
• Commitment to quality results: stays focused on goals; ensures goals are met appropriately; monitors performance and takes action; takes pride in work.
• Thinking skills: transfers learning; identifies new courses of action; makes sound decisions based on input and data; takes personal responsibility for decisions.
• Capacity for change: handles ambiguity; adapts to change; views change as an opportunity for growth and improvement.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Free individual membership access to any YMCA in the nation.
• 10% discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to the Y Retirement Fund from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion within the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds with access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug-free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information, who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.