The YMCA of Fredericton responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, as well as to each other and enhances their quality of life.
Location: YMCA of Fredericton, 570 York St, Fredericton, NB
Status: Volunteer
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Aquatics Manager, the Assistant Swimming Instructor is responsible for ensuring a safe aquatic environment and delivering quality, values-based programming in the Aquatic area. Instructors will be responsible for providing service excellence in all Aquatic Programs and will ensure the safety and wellbeing of all participants in those programs
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Swimming Program Assistance
- Assist in delivering well-planned skill sessions and programming for participants.
- Set up and take down program and other equipment as required; checking that equipment is safe and in good repair (reporting any malfunctions and removing damaged equipment from circulation).
- Model appropriate behaviours to fellow staff, volunteers and members in line with our Mission, Vision and Values and SAM 2.0 standards
Safety of Members
- Ensure all safety and aquatic procedures are adhered to, and in the event of an emergency respond as trained by the Association.
- Adherence to quality standards and health and safety guidelines; and,
- Adherence to all SAM Standards throughout the building, specifically the pool(s) and locker rooms.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- 15 years of age or older
- Current Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard Pool Option
- Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills
- Employment is contingent on having a clean Criminal Record Check
with Vulnerable Sector Search.
- YMCA Assistant Swim Instructor or Swim Instructor an asset
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Hours: evenings and weekends
- Must be physically capable of performing the physical tasks required for the program(s) being delivered.
- Noise level may be loud occasionally.
If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic team and developing your skills while embarking on the adventure of volunteering for an organization dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community, we would love to hear from you.
Please attach your resume to this post or send your resume to: Human Resources Coordinator ([email protected])
