What are the responsibilities and job description for the YMCA Camp Waterfront Leader position at YMCA of Upper Palmetto?
Job Description
The Waterfront Director will be responsible for planning, managing, and supervising a safe and fun aquatic program at YMCA Camp Cherokee. Key responsibilities include:
The Waterfront Director must possess strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in decision-making. A background in aquatics or a related field is preferred, as is certification in first aid and CPR.
The Waterfront Director will be responsible for planning, managing, and supervising a safe and fun aquatic program at YMCA Camp Cherokee. Key responsibilities include:
- Effectively evaluating swim levels of all campers and staff members;
- Implementing creative aquatic classes;
- Assisting staff members in writing lesson plans for aquatic classes;
- Providing an effective swim lesson class for campers with entry-level swim skills;
- Focusing on skill development for campers and staff involved in the waterfront program (swimming and boating);
- Training and supervising waterfront staff/counselor responsibilities;
- Ensuring lifeguards and counselors are providing a safe and high-quality aquatic experience.
The Waterfront Director must possess strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in decision-making. A background in aquatics or a related field is preferred, as is certification in first aid and CPR.
