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FLSA Status: Part Time – Average of 25 hours per week
Location: Southeast and Northwest Y Branches
Reports to: Youth & Adult Sports Director
Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Seeking a highly energetic individual who is passionate about youth development and sports. Under the direction of the Youth & Adult Sports Director, the Youth Sports Coordinator assists with youth sports administration, youth instruction, and supervision of paid staff and volunteers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for the scheduling, supervising, hiring, and evaluating of youth staff and volunteers. Facilitate staff and volunteer in-service and training meetings.
• Responsible for the inventory and maintenance of sports equipment.
• Participate in marketing and promotion efforts to support sports program initiatives.
• Serve as the point of contact for guardians during designated youth sports seasons.
• Assist the department in tracking the revenue and expenses related to youth sports.
• Create opportunities for volunteerism and leadership within the department.
• Promote the YMCA philosophy by providing a safe and fun-filled environment for participants, coaches, and volunteers.
• Assume other duties as requested by the Youth & Adult Sports Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed or in process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in recreational sports management, physical education, kinesiology, or early education, or equivalent experience of 3-5 years coordinating youth sports programs.
• Should have a demonstrated record of experience in recreational sports, coaching youth and/or adult participants.
• Must have a strong passion for youth's physical and emotional development.
• Must have strong communication skills and the ability to relate well to YMCA members, staff, and a diverse community.
• Must have First Aid, CPR, and BBP certifications or acquire them within 60 days of hire, paid for by the YMCA.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Principal operating hours for this position are evenings from 4:00-9:00 pm and weekends; must have availability during these times.
• Must possess sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions of the position.
• Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in a variety of youth sports activities.
• Must be able to appropriately bend, twist, reach, stoop, and squat.
• May be required to stand for two hours or more at times.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 45 lbs.
• Must have the ability to set up volleyball standards and net, carry and move youth soccer goals to designated soccer fields, and set up youth tennis nets.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.

BENEFITS

• YMCA membership
• Discounts on certain programs and training

ABILITY TO COMMUTE/RELOCATE

Must be able to commute or plan to relocate to Bloomington, IN before starting work (required)

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION

The YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental, and physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

Applications will be reviewed as received.

FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-exempt
Reports to: Aquatics Director
Hourly Rate: $18.00

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Aquatics Coordinator is responsible for maintaining a safe learning environment at the Monroe County YMCA Aquatics Center. The Aquatics Coordinator assists with the administration, supervision, instruction, and direction of swim instructors and lifeguards within the Aquatics Department to ensure a high-quality, dynamic aquatic program; builds positive relationships with members, parents, and class participants; and maintains a well-trained aquatic staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Swim Instructors
  • Oversee the quality, success and growth of the YMCA Swim program.
  • Track and maintain the swim lesson record for all sessions.
  • Perform progress checks for swim instructors.
  • Assist with the scheduling and monitoring of swim lessons.
• Lifeguards
  • Responsible for the recruiting/supervising of aquatic staff personnel:  
    • Review the aquatic staff manual annually.
    • Administer water skill tests.
    • Conduct annual evaluations.
    • Cover open shifts for lifeguards and/or swim instructors when necessary.
    • Supervise/coordinate skill checks.
• In-service
  • Coordinate in-service training sessions and maintain and track all certifications of aquatic staff members.
• Pool Maintenance/Safety
  • Oversee and implement protocol to meet maintenance standards based on best practices.
  • Ensure all risk management procedures are followed.
• General
  • Work with the aquatic director to provide pool schedules indicating lane and pool availability every session.
  • Assist with pool emergencies.
  • Assist in the development of new programs and ideas (general member motivation tools, i.e., swim across Indiana).
  • Build relationships with members.
  • Keep involved with frontline staff.
  • Complete other duties as requested by the aquatics director.
  • Enforce policies and procedures for all aquatic staff.
  • Initiate coaching/discipline sessions with the support of the aquatics director and the Human Resources Department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have 2-3 years of aquatic experience.
• Must possess and maintain current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain a Y-USA Swim Instructor Certification.
• CPO and LGI certification preferred.
• YMCA experience preferred.

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION: 

The YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental, and physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

FLSA Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt
Hours: Flexible scheduling; minimum of 15 hours per week; opportunity to work up to 30 hours per week
Reports to: Wellness and Support Services Director
Location: Northwest Y

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide safe and effective one-to-one personal training to program participants. Be able to guide, educate, and motivate participants toward reaching their personal fitness goals. A working knowledge of strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular training with ability to pass knowledge on to participants. A drive to help others, a focus on community enrichment, and a desire to play a role in bettering lives through their passion for health and fitness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for connecting with client in timely manner to establish training routine.
• Able to create safe, effective program for each individual client utilizing education and creative fitness tools.
• Maintain tracking records of all clients profiles for both data base and client retention.
• Available to train on a consistent basis. Must be available evenings and weekends. Minimum of three clients required.
• Model best practices for creating and establishing a team concept with fellow personal trainers. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a National Personal Training Certification from an accredited organization. ACSM, ACE, or NASM certified trainers preferred. Degree in physical education health or field related to exercise physiology is preferred but not required.
• Must have a positive and caring attitude and willingness to help individuals achieve their fitness goals by implementing the YMCA mission statement and character development philosophy (i.e., caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility) into personal training.
• Trainers with experience with or education on working with special populations, elderly, youth, and other member bases are highly preferred.

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:

The YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

FLSA Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Aquatics Director/Coordinator
Location: Positions available at both our Southeast and Northwest Y branches
Pay Rate: Starting at $18.00/hour, depending on experience

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Monroe County YMCA is seeking Swim Instructors to maintain a safe learning environment at the Monroe County YMCA aquatics facility. Responsibilities include teaching YMCA swim lessons focused on water adjustment, safety skills, and stroke development. Part-time staff must have at least 2 private lesson clients per month on a consistent basis or teach group lessons on a consistent basis.​

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complete all required records and reports on schedule.
  • Formulate daily lesson plans based on the YMCA of the USA swim lesson guidelines.
  • Keep current accurate attendance and skill records.
  • Have parents/participants complete instructor evaluation forms.
  • Consistently attend swim lessons and get approval for substitutions.
  • Complete accident and incident reports when appropriate.
• Communicate with parents.
  • Be available before or after class to offer feedback on child’s progress to parents.
  • Evaluate skill progress and give progress reports to parents at the end of lesson sessions.
• Conduct a well-organized class.
  • Be on deck 15 minutes prior to class time to assist in pool preparation, talk to parents, and meet children.
  • Put safety first!
  • Use daily lesson plans.
  • Be enthusiastic.
  • Always get in the water.
  • Be able to demonstrate and explain skills clearly.
  • Integrate the YMCA’s philosophy of body, spirit, and mind.
  • Contact Aquatic Coordinator with concerns.
  • Notify Aquatic Coordinator if a student is absent for two consecutive days.
  • Put equipment away after class.
• Attend all aquatic in-service training and staff meetings.
• Keep certifications current.
• Keep current on emergency procedures.
• Immediately advise the Aquatic Coordinator or lesson supervisor when you have students in your classes who do not belong there skill-wise. The students could be a level lower or higher. It is important to lightly retest your students especially that first day.
• Advise the Aquatic Coordinator or lesson supervisor when you have students in your classes who are not on your class rosters or when you have students on your class rosters who do not show up for classes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have and maintain current CPR, First Aid, Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training.
• YMCA swim instructor or WSI preferred.
• Completion of Monroe County YMCA instructor training.
• Possess patience, tact, and good judgment.
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:

The YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental, and physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

FLSA Status: Part-time
Reports to: Aquatics Director/Coordinator
Summer Pay Rate: Starting at $14.00 per hour, depending on experience
Location: Positions available at our Southeast and Northwest Ys

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Monroe County YMCA is seeking Lifeguards to maintain a safe and clean environment at the Monroe County YMCA aquatics facility. Responsibilities include reacting to an emergency situation as a qualified first responder. Part-time staff should work a minimum of 4 hours per week or 16 hours per month on a consistent basis.​

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead by example and perform all lifeguard duties at a high level.
• Ensure all lifeguards are maintaining a safe and clean pool facility during each shift.
• Fulfill all lifeguard duties (on time, chemical checks, policy enforcement, etc.).
• Communicate regularly with all lifeguards and staff regarding open shifts, special situations, etc.
• Be aware of pool(s) conditions – cleanliness, chemical balance, etc.
• Assist with cleaning responsibilities.
• Must attend monthly in-services. Typically the third or fourth Sunday evening of each month.
• Other duties as requested by Aquatics Director or Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have and maintain current lifeguard and CPR certifications through the American Red Cross and be able to successfully perform life-saving skills.
• Must complete Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training.
• Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:

The YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.