Lead Instructor, Aquatics

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada YMCA OF NORTHERN ALBERTA Full time

Join us and support the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. As a Swim Instructor, you will contribute to a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while providing effective supervision and risk management to the delivery of all aquatic's programs and services.
In this role, you will empower your lesson participants to gain the confidence and skills they need to progress through the program levels. You will gain a new appreciation for safety procedures and equip yourself with the tools to enhance the safety of those around you well into the future. Recertification of credentials are financially supported by the Y’s in-house Aquatic Specialty Program team. You benefit from a free plus membership to all YMCA facilities (free towel service) and become a part of a flexible and fun work environment where you can build relationships based on trust and community.

**Our Culture**

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

**We are welcoming.**
We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong.

**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 constant quest to make our community stronger, if you want to join us

**Position Responsibilities**
- Maintain active surveillance of participants and maintains great focus while instructing. You are the role model for safety rules, policies, and guidelines.
- Develop and maintain positive friendly and respectful relationships with volunteers, members, program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization.
- Help participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA.
- Understand the YMCA’s aquatics programs and schedules and refer participants and families to other programs they may enjoy.
- Provide regular feedback by on deck/in-water coaching and best-practice audits to improve individual and team performance.
- Ensure YMCA Aquatics SAM (Serving All Members) standards are consistently met or exceeded and supports the Aquatics Coordinator in responding to service issues with timely solutions.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of the aquatics area while off-deck. Records completed tasks to ensure smooth communication for rotations.
- Supports the department, branch and association in implementing and achieving goals.
- Become an expert for all emergency procedures, pool and aquatic programming standards and best practices; respond to situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures; completes related reports or recommendations as required.

**What You’ll Need**
- Current Intermediate First Aid and current YMCA Swim Instructor (YSI) OR Lifesaving Swim Instructor (SI)
- Current National Lifeguard (NL) is an asset
- Minimum 1-year experience in aquatic instruction
- Able to obtain a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

**What the Y Brings You**
- A meaningful career with opportunities to grow while building your community.
- A culture of honesty, respect and pride in what we do.
- Colleagues who bring diverse perspectives and talents to the workplace.
- Membership to our health, fitness & aquatics facilities
- Reduced fees in YMCA programs such as childcare and day camps (depending on availability and employment status).

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