What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Recreational Swim Team Coach - Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA position at YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF BOISE IDAHO INC?
The South Meridian Branch of the Treasure Valley YMCA is unlike any other in the country. Our 60,000-square-foot facility is part of a unique collaboration that combines family recreation, education, sports, literacy, and wellness care on a single campus called “The Hill.” Hand in hand with our partners—St. Luke’s Health System, the West Ada School District, and the City of Meridian—the South Meridian Family Y will help us build A BETTER US.
The Assistant Recreational Swim Team Coach is responsible for managing and developing swimming skills enhancement programs within the Recreational Swim Team program.
Responsibilities:
- Build relationships with youth and parents by encouraging participants with honest, direct, and appropriate feedback using the Y voice attributes.
- Create a safe environment for participants through appropriate class control, by role modeling safe behaviors, maintaining a clutter-free deck, and being on time and ready to respond quickly and appropriately.
- Implement the established curriculum that helps youth achieve the five Cause Measurement goals.
- Adapt lessons as necessary to help kids succeed. Utilize Y resources and best practices from other instructors to develop this skill.
- Engage in intentional conversation with students and parents regarding swimmer progression, retention, and placement using the Y voice attributes and an appropriate level of discretion.
- Build specific workouts for individuals or groups based on initial skills assessment and ongoing evaluation.
- Attend practices and swim meets, as assigned, and provide on-site coaching.
Qualifications:
- Age – Must be 16 years of age or older (certification or licensure requirements).
- Competitive swimming background required.
- Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green).
- Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
- Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
- Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.
Schedule:
This is a part time position averaging 25 hours per week. Schedule requirements are Monday through Friday, 8:30am-11:30am and Saturday 8am-4pm.
Welcoming and Inclusion:
At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.
How To Apply:
External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.
