POSITION SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision of the Aquatics Director provides water aerobics instruction, monitors, educates patrons on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Instructs patrons on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; identifies different muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles
• Assists patrons, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and class participants
• Attend staff meetings
• Lead water fitness classes following YMCA Guidelines, Protocols, and Visions of Excellence
• Enforce aquatic rules and policies
• Prepare progressive exercise plans for program participants
• Record and maintain attendance records daily
• Set up facility or equipment, store equipment, and secure facility and equipment upon completion of each class
• Act as a Primary Responder in case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provide backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies and crowd control. Report injuries and complete required forms
• Support and follow YMCA policies and decisions and answer member questions about the YMCA and its programs and fitness related questions
• Attend staff meetings
• Learn and teach the mission of the YMCA which is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all, including the four core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
• Plans and implements a program in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA
• Coordinates activities which are culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures
COMPETENCIES:
• Mission Advancement
• Collaboration
• Operational Effectiveness
• Personal Growth
QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least one year experience leading fitness classes
• General knowledge of exercise training and leadership and exercise principles
• Able to demonstrate all phases of aerobic exercises.
• Mentally alert to recognize potential hazards and accidents.
• Able to vocalize cues and use equipment properly.
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will or may be required to: climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period of time, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity.
• The work is performed both indoors and out, and may require travel to various locations.
• Plan, lead and participate in a variety of physical activities.
HOW TO APPLY:
Email your resume and cover letter to kenneth.larossa@ymcali.org.
SALARY RANGE:
Newly hired employees will be paid between $16.00 p/h and $33.75 p/h depending on level of qualifications.
BENEFITS:
1. Signing Bonus
2. Free membership to any YMCA of Long Island Branch
3. YMCA program discounts
4. Sick leave
5. Referral Program (earn up to $200 for each)
The YMCA of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an open and inclusive organization, welcoming a diverse workforce free of discrimination based on protected class status, including race, religion/creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation or belief, military or veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or family status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other impermissible basis.