Advanced Aquatics Leadership Instructor

Title: Advanced Aquatics Leadership Instructor
Position Status: Part-Time

Salary: $20.75 - $22.75 per hour

Start Date: Immediately

Location: John W. Lindsay YMCA

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – in a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path in career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages a sense of belonging in their community.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Aquatics Manager, the Aquatics Leadership Instructor is responsible for the facilitation and delivery of Aquatic leadership programming in areas of Bronze Medal, Standard First Aid, National Lifeguard, etc. This position is integral for ensuring front line delivery of leadership program courses in support of departmental and Association objectives. This position models our Y core value system in providing a positive, safe, meaningful program experience through course delivery and interactions with staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multiple aquatic leadership courses in a way that aligns with the core YMCA mandate and values, along with those of the Lifesaving Society.
• Create lesson plans where required, while meeting serving All Members (SAM) standards, ensuring high levels of participant satisfaction and engagement to promote learning.
• Facilitate all lesson plans, whether in the pool or in a classroom setting.
• Build, foster, and maintain positive working relationships with participants, community members, staff, and volunteers through positive internal/external communications, timely responses to questions, and issue resolution.

Qualifications & Skills

• 1-3 years experience in delivering Aquatics programming is an asset.
• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR are required.
• One of the following: Examiner status, National Lifeguard Instructor, First Aid Instructor, Life Saving Society Trainer Certification, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport with clients.
• Proven track record of leadership excellence and dedication to safety.
• Strong time management skills to ensure successful course completion.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours as required (full weekends if necessary).

We Offer

• Individual and family YMCA Membership options.
• Access to discounted childcare and programs.

Conditions of Employment

• Clear Child Abuse Register Check.
• Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (must be dated less than 6 months from hire date).
• Completion of YMCA’s Child Safety & Protection Orientation within the first week of employment.
• Completion of YMCA Child Safeguarding Training within probationary period.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificate.

Please note: Background checks are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Consideration for employment is based on Child Safeguarding requirements and the nature of the position, and an offense may not eliminate a candidate from employment at the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth.

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We look forward to hearing from you!

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.