at YMCA of Metro Chicago in Lake Zurich, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
It's Fun to Work at the YMCA - Foglia YMCA is now hiring Water Fitness Instructors!
Earn a $300 sign-on bonus upon achievement of your lifeguard certification, provided you are an active employee working as a lifeguard or swim instructor at the time of payout.
Salary starts at $20.00 per hour plus a fitness pay plan
In addition to joining our mission and making a difference in your community, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago offers great perks for all part-time employees:
Free YMCA membership
Employee Assistance Program
Earned Sick Leave
Flexible scheduling
As a Water Fitness Instructor you will:
Lead water fitness classes with a personalized approach
Prepares progressive exercise plans for program participants
Gives clear explanations of safe exercises and demonstrates correct form and provides safe alternate exercises
Sets up facility or equipment
In case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provides backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies
Reports injuries and completes required procedures
Maintains current certifications
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Must have current Water Fitness certification
Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aide effectively
Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Qualifications
Behaviors
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to a background check.
