Part Time Contract Aquatic Coordinator - Kitchener, Canada - YMCA of Three Rivers

YMCA of Three Rivers

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Kitchener, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

AQUATIC COORDINATOR- Program Initiatives
**Part Time

Contract (January 2023
August 2023)**
Evenings, Weekends, Daytime Hours

START DATE:
January 2023

REGION:
Waterloo Region/ Guelph-Wellington

APPLICATIONS DUE:
Posting will remain active until filled.
Are you experienced in aquatics and swim lesson delivery? Do you have a passion to provide safe aquatic experiences to communities and people who have barriers to accessing swim lessons? Do you want to grow and learn as you continue your career?

If this is you, join our team and make an impact
The YMCA of Three Rivers is one of the community's largest non-profit organizations. We are dedicated to the enrichment of our communities through the development of people and families. We provide licenced childcare, swimming lessons, youth & preschool programs and adult fitness programs to name a few.

We create a sense of belonging by helping children and adults cultivate authentic and caring relationships in a safe and nurturing space.

This is where you come in

What you will do

You will support the Program Initiatives Lead in providing leadership, supervision and direction to the Aquatic team members and volunteers who are running community aquatic programs (Primarily the Women's Only Swim and Newcomer Youth Swim Program).

There will be a component of program development and the coordination of logistics for swim programs.

This may include employee scheduling, supporting the hiring and training of new team members as well as, providing direct program delivery and lifeguarding/ head guarding support where needed.

In this role, you will also provide exceptional customer service to all members of the YMCA community.

This will include providing information to participants and aquatic programs that we offer and providing administrative support to program registration.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day coaching of aquatic staff and support shift coverage.

You will have the opportunity to develop strong relationships with families and peers as you assist in creating a safe and welcoming facility for all.

What you will bring

Ideally, you will bring a minimum of 2 years' experience in aquatics, preferably in a head guard/ team lead/ deck supervisor role.

Previous leadership experience would be an asset but is not required. You are computer literate, with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

You have a strong attention to detail and a passion for bringing swim programs to populations who have barriers to participation.

You are certified as a National Lifeguard and Swim Instructor through LSS or YMCA (or have the ability to get certified in early January Experience developing new programs or seasonal programs is an asset.

You are committed to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to diverse needs.

You have well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with fellow employees, children, families and community partners.

This position requires your willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends and the ability to travel to different YMCA locations across Guelph, and Waterloo Region.

You will also be required to present a clear, current, Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector screening.

What you will gain
You will join a dynamic team and an organization that has massive impact across our community. You will be joining a local organization, but you'll also be part of a global movement.

Your work will have impact and the community we all call home will be a little better every day because of you.

We encourage Women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ability, ancestry, veteran status, medical condition or any protected group.