Swim Coach at YMCA Kenya

Essential Functions

• Instructs participants on the swim team in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers participants and parents to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

• Community - Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
• Decision Making - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
• Project Management - Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings.
• Self-Development - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
• Emotional Maturity - Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 and working knowledge and experience with a competitive swim environment.
• Certifications: Red Cross Safety Training for coaches or YMCA Lifeguard, ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro), Basic First Aid certification and Emergency Oxygen. (pre-requisites)
• YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving required prior to the first swim meet.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.