Hollywood - Swim Instructor

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, Swim Instructors will provide instruction and leadership for swim lessons in accordance with YMCA National Aquatic Program guidelines.

Essential Functions / Job Duties :

• Arrives at least 15 minutes prior to beginning of work shift.
• Develops and maintains good relations with parents, program participants, and pool site management staff.
• Maintains current certification and CPR.
• Treats minor accidents as necessary and take appropriate actions for all incidents / accidents, as outlined in the YMCA Risk Management procedures.
• Brings to the Aquatic Director's attention any condition or practice which may cause an unsafe circumstance to the health and safety of members and guests.
• Assists in creating schedules and emergency substituting.
• Other duties as needed based on Family Center or Program Site requirements or needs.

Position Profile :

• Avid swimmer, passionate about the sport of swimming, dedicated to the cause of water safety and drowning prevention.
• High-energy personality, outgoing and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with public speaking and engaging with parents / guardians.
• Innate desire to provide excellent customer service to participants, which will result in an exceptional aquatic experience.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities / Position Requirements :

Education and Experience :

• Pursuing High School diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of experience participating in, or working with aquatics and swim lessons, preferred.

Certificates and Licenses :

YMCA SI Certified or WSI

Other skills and abilities :

• Bilingual, English and Spanish, a plus .
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact with individuals at all levels.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with youth and adults including program participants, parents, volunteers, staff, and representatives of contract pool sites.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Must wear branch-provided YMCA Instructor shirt.
• Will cross over to YSL within 30 days of hire.

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

As a Drug-Free Workplace, all new hires must successfully complete a urinalysis within 72 hours of notice. Failure to complete the drug test within this timeframe will automatically disqualify you from employment.

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.