What are the responsibilities and job description for the Association Safety Trainer (CPR/FA/AED) - PT position at Greater Somerset County YMCA?
Description
An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA 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. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22 million.
The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org
Greater Somerset County YMCA is seeking an Association Safety Trainer to lead CPR, First Aid, and AED trainings internally for our staff. This role works with the Human Resources Department to schedule trainings on a monthly basis at our various branch locations - Princeton YMCA, Hillsborough YMCA, Franklin Twp YMCA, Plainfield YMCA, Somerville YMCA, Bridgewater YMCA, and Somerset Hills YMCA. Safety instructors should have a valid instructor certification from a nationally recognized and accredited certifying body (i.e.: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, etc.)
Requirements
Responsibilities
An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA 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. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22 million.
The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org
Greater Somerset County YMCA is seeking an Association Safety Trainer to lead CPR, First Aid, and AED trainings internally for our staff. This role works with the Human Resources Department to schedule trainings on a monthly basis at our various branch locations - Princeton YMCA, Hillsborough YMCA, Franklin Twp YMCA, Plainfield YMCA, Somerville YMCA, Bridgewater YMCA, and Somerset Hills YMCA. Safety instructors should have a valid instructor certification from a nationally recognized and accredited certifying body (i.e.: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, etc.)
Requirements
Responsibilities
- Leads educational classes in accordance with the standards and curriculum of the American Red Cross.
- Follows Greater Somerset County YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
- Maintains knowledge of most current emergency cardiovascular care science, course updates, training resources and tools through ARC to provide effective information and support to employees.
- Makes recommendations for necessary course material updates and improvements.
- Manages communication with registered employees regarding online course material, class dates, and any changes as needed.
- Responsible for submitting class rosters and emailing certification cards (through instructor portal).
- Responsible for transporting, loading/unloading, carrying and/or lifting equipment as necessary at assigned teaching location.
- Responsible for the cleaning of equipment according to established decontamination guidelines and reporting any maintenance issues to the appropriate logistics staff member.
- Keeps accurate class attendance records, grades tests, evaluates/scores class participant’s skills and completes required paperwork for certification as required.
- Adheres and incorporates the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
- Attends trainings, seminars and meetings as required.
- Wears appropriate uniform/attire.
- All other duties as assigned.
- At least one year of experience teaching group classes
- Required Certification: American Red Cross Instructor Trainer Certification, American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification with all base lifeguard CPR/AED/First aid certifications current.
- Current Bloodborne Pathogens certification
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be willing to travel and be able to work flexible hours: day/evenings and/or weekend hours.
- You should have strong interpersonal skills.
- Has a professional attitude.
- FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
- 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
- Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
- Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
- Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.
