Swim Coach

Status:
Part Time Hourly Department:
Aquatics

Reports to:

Aquatic Director Revision Date: 09/04/2019

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Strengthening the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We value servant-leadership, teamwork, empathy, vulnerability and growth mind-sets
. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
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 relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. We demonstrate character with caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
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This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position is responsible for coaching and mentoring participants of the Y Neptunes swim team program in accordance with the rules and regulations set forth by YMCA of the USA, USA Swimming, and the YMCA of Youngstown. Responsibilities include providing a quality experience to swimmers, parents, and volunteers that is focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

• PROGRAM DELIVERY— Works with Head Coach and Aquatic Coordinator/Director to ensure program quality including: effectively coaching and mentoring swimmers during daily practices and competitive events, and collecting and analyzing data when appropriate.
• FACILITY— Keeps work area and equipment clean, clutter free and functionable. Records and reports all needed maintenance or repairs.
• RISK MANAGEMENT— Knowledgeable of and follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to facility use, medical, disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies. Completes Incident Reports accurately.
• BUDGET—Is a good steward of YMCA and team resources, uses resources responsibly and sustains the Y’s nonprofit business model to ensure revenue/expense and program services goals are achieved.
• ANNUAL CAMPAIGN—Supports YMCA and team fund raising activities and special events.
• MARKETING –supports the work of the Marketing Team for marketing and distribution of YMCA branded program information and YMCA collateral; follows all marketing procedures and policies, contributes by marketing by word of mouth.
• RELATIONSHIP BUILDING—Models relationship-building skills, including listening, empathy, vulnerability. Interacts well with supervisor, co-workers, members, participants, and parents. Demonstrates the ability to display vulnerability with team, responds positively to the complexities of interpersonal relationships. Refrains from negative conversation. Works as a team with co-workers and across departments. Responds to member inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
• TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION—Maintains required certifications, attends all in-services and required trainings/meetings.

Change Leadership:
Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.

Engaging Community:
Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

Philanthropy:
Secures resources and support to advance the Y’s work.

Volunteerism:
Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.

Collaboration:

Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.

Communication & Influence:
Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that…