What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Coach position at YMCA of Youngstown?
Job Title: Swim Coach Job Code: A3
FLSA Status: Non-exempt Job Grade: 3
Status: Part Time Hourly Department: Aquatics
Reports to: Aquatic Director Revision Date: 09/04/2019
Leadership Level-Leader
MISSION-OUR REASON FOR BEING: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
CAUSE-OUR MISSION IN ACTION: Strengthening the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We value servant-leadership, teamwork, empathy, vulnerability and growth mind-sets. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. We demonstrate character with caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position is responsible for coaching and mentoring participants of the Y Neptunes swim team program in accordance with the rules and regulations set forth by YMCA of the USA, USA Swimming, and the YMCA of Youngstown. Responsibilities include providing a quality experience to swimmers, parents, and volunteers that is focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- PROGRAM DELIVERY— Works with Head Coach and Aquatic Coordinator/Director to ensure program quality including: effectively coaching and mentoring swimmers during daily practices and competitive events, and collecting and analyzing data when appropriate.
- MEMBER SERVICE & ENGAGEMENT—Act intentionally to connect people with the Y cause through our service and engagement principles; Welcome, Connect, Support, Invite. Contributes to the culture of service by knowing names and demonstrating servant leadership characteristics.
- FACILITY— Keeps work area and equipment clean, clutter free and functionable. Records and reports all needed maintenance or repairs.
- RISK MANAGEMENT— Knowledgeable of and follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to facility use, medical, disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies. Completes Incident Reports accurately.
- BUDGET—Is a good steward of YMCA and team resources, uses resources responsibly and sustains the Y’s nonprofit business model to ensure revenue/expense and program services goals are achieved.
- ANNUAL CAMPAIGN—Supports YMCA and team fund raising activities and special events.
- MARKETING –supports the work of the Marketing Team for marketing and distribution of YMCA branded program information and YMCA collateral; follows all marketing procedures and policies, contributes by marketing by word of mouth.
- RELATIONSHIP BUILDING—Models relationship-building skills, including listening, empathy, vulnerability. Interacts well with supervisor, co-workers, members, participants, and parents. Demonstrates the ability to display vulnerability with team, responds positively to the complexities of interpersonal relationships. Refrains from negative conversation. Works as a team with co-workers and across departments. Responds to member inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
- TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION—Maintains required certifications, attends all in-services and required trainings/meetings.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Advancing our Mission & Cause: Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community. Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit. Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y’s work. Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization
Building Relationships: Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community. Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause. Inclusion:
Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
Leading Operations: Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment. Fiscal Management: Manages the Y’s resources responsibly and sustains the Y’s nonprofit business model. Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role. Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y’s work and impact in the community. Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs
Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- One-two years of coaching experience preferred.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Must understand the developmental needs of and be able to work effectively with children of various ages (5-19). Creates a safe environment for children.
- Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
- Must complete the following within 30 days of hire: New Staff Orientation and YMCA Leader Certification.
- Must complete the following training prior to first day of work: Child Abuse Prevention, Bloodbourne Pathogens, and Sexual Harassment in the Workplace.
- Must have or obtain the following certifications within 6 months: CPR Pro, First Aid, Oxygen Administration, and appropriate coaching certifications (YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming & Diving, Safety Training for Swim Coaches/Lifeguard, Ohio coach certifications)
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties and maintain required certifications.
- Frequently may require bending, leaning, and kneeling.
- Must be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Exposure to high heat, humidity, and wet floors; as well as potential for exposure to bodily fluids.
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