YMCA of Snohomish County
Aquatic Lead
YMCA of Snohomish County, Everett, Washington, us, 98213
Description
The YMCA of Snohomish County provides jobs and careers with a cause. Every day, the Y makes a lasting impression in our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our unique work environment constantly changes to adapt to the needs of our communities. We are a non-profit, in the people business. This means that we help members meet a fitness or ability goal, see that children thrive in our child care programs, encourage family togetherness, and give youth an opportunity to learn life skills through water safety, sports, and teen programming.
Schedule:
Schedule to vary between weekdays and weekends, available between mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Location:
Everett Family YMCA branch, 4730 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98203
Position Summary:
We are looking for a seasonal lead to run our shifts on deck. We are looking for someone with lifeguarding experience that has an eye for safety and understands quality lesson programming. The position requires creating a safe, positive and inclusive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures. We expect our leads to maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas and provide direct leadership, instruction and motivation for participants in a culturally sensitive way for swimming classes/programs. At times the position will require leading aquatic activities and/or private lessons, providing excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment. Provide direction for the program and staff. We also look for support in creating staff schedules and providing department administrative support as needed.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:Assist in onboarding new staffCreate staff schedules and department administrative supportMaintain constant surveillance of the pool areaKnow, review, and follow all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures, complete related reports as requiredDevelop and maintain positive effective relationships with our diverse members, participants and other staffKnow, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool/aquatic areaMaintain accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department codePerform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as neededCheck the pool for hazardous conditions when arrivingPerform chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and take appropriate actionOther duties as assignedY Culture:
Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCAExhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and ResponsibilityComplete required training and certifications within established guidelinesArrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping systemEmbrace
Team Leader Core Competencies:
Mission Advancement:
Models and teaches the Y's valuesEnsures a high level of service with a commitment to improving livesProvides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognitionCultivates relationships to support fundraisingCollaboration:
Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiativesBuilds relationships to create small communitiesEmpathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflictEffectively tailors communications to the appropriate audienceProvides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and supportOperational Effectiveness:
Provides others with frameworks for making decisionsConducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activitiesDevelops plans and manages best practices through engagement of teamEffectively creates and manages budgetsHolds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progressPersonal Growth:
Shares new insightsFacilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of changeUtilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performanceHas the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technologyPhysical and Mental Demands:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve non-routine and complex problems; may use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions; and interact with members, staff, volunteers, and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied individuals.
Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Typically interaction with others is busy, constant and occasionally interruptive. Work may be demanding at times. May require ability to work irregular hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job descriptions represent a general outline of job duties, functions and qualifications. They are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve over time and therefore their description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Minimum age 18Must demonstrate lifeguard and swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standardsAt least one year teaching learn-to-swim lessonsCurrent First Aid, CPRPRO (BLS), AED and O2 certificationsCurrent YMCA Lifeguard or RLSS, CRC, ARC LifeguardYMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalentAbility to pass lifeguard water testMust be able to remain alertMust be able to sit or stand for extended periodsAdequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signalsAbility to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear visionAbility to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescueAbility to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situationsAbility to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniquesAbility to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child (50 pounds)Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readinessBasic computer knowledge and skillsFluency in second language desired
The YMCA of Snohomish County provides jobs and careers with a cause. Every day, the Y makes a lasting impression in our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our unique work environment constantly changes to adapt to the needs of our communities. We are a non-profit, in the people business. This means that we help members meet a fitness or ability goal, see that children thrive in our child care programs, encourage family togetherness, and give youth an opportunity to learn life skills through water safety, sports, and teen programming.
Schedule:
Schedule to vary between weekdays and weekends, available between mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Location:
Everett Family YMCA branch, 4730 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98203
Position Summary:
We are looking for a seasonal lead to run our shifts on deck. We are looking for someone with lifeguarding experience that has an eye for safety and understands quality lesson programming. The position requires creating a safe, positive and inclusive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures. We expect our leads to maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas and provide direct leadership, instruction and motivation for participants in a culturally sensitive way for swimming classes/programs. At times the position will require leading aquatic activities and/or private lessons, providing excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment. Provide direction for the program and staff. We also look for support in creating staff schedules and providing department administrative support as needed.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:Assist in onboarding new staffCreate staff schedules and department administrative supportMaintain constant surveillance of the pool areaKnow, review, and follow all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures, complete related reports as requiredDevelop and maintain positive effective relationships with our diverse members, participants and other staffKnow, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool/aquatic areaMaintain accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department codePerform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as neededCheck the pool for hazardous conditions when arrivingPerform chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and take appropriate actionOther duties as assignedY Culture:
Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCAExhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and ResponsibilityComplete required training and certifications within established guidelinesArrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping systemEmbrace
Team Leader Core Competencies:
Mission Advancement:
Models and teaches the Y's valuesEnsures a high level of service with a commitment to improving livesProvides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognitionCultivates relationships to support fundraisingCollaboration:
Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiativesBuilds relationships to create small communitiesEmpathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflictEffectively tailors communications to the appropriate audienceProvides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and supportOperational Effectiveness:
Provides others with frameworks for making decisionsConducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activitiesDevelops plans and manages best practices through engagement of teamEffectively creates and manages budgetsHolds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progressPersonal Growth:
Shares new insightsFacilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of changeUtilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performanceHas the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technologyPhysical and Mental Demands:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve non-routine and complex problems; may use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions; and interact with members, staff, volunteers, and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied individuals.
Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Typically interaction with others is busy, constant and occasionally interruptive. Work may be demanding at times. May require ability to work irregular hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job descriptions represent a general outline of job duties, functions and qualifications. They are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve over time and therefore their description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Minimum age 18Must demonstrate lifeguard and swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standardsAt least one year teaching learn-to-swim lessonsCurrent First Aid, CPRPRO (BLS), AED and O2 certificationsCurrent YMCA Lifeguard or RLSS, CRC, ARC LifeguardYMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalentAbility to pass lifeguard water testMust be able to remain alertMust be able to sit or stand for extended periodsAdequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signalsAbility to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear visionAbility to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescueAbility to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situationsAbility to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniquesAbility to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child (50 pounds)Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readinessBasic computer knowledge and skillsFluency in second language desired