Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts the lives of people in your community. Imagine sharing your passions and unique talents to build a better future for yourself and others. This is what it means to work at the Y. The Y offers more than a job. We offer the chance to make a difference in a fun, flexible environment, where our mission and values drive every decision we make.  

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• To provide leadership to all instructional water exercise classes, while maintaining safety of all program participants.
• Currently looking for instructors with morning class availability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all participants.
• Physical ability to use both legs and arms to properly demonstrate exercises and also to assist the lifeguard in an emergency.
• Physically able to see, hear and project the voice across distances.
• Able to move to various locations, including in and around the swimming pool.
• Remain physically able to demonstrate all exercises.
• Have the ability to stand for extended lengths of time.
• Ability to handle irate, complaining or demanding individuals without internalizing or personalizing comments made.
• Works with supervisor in development of a safe and challenging water exercise class.
• Understands YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City policies and follows guidelines.
• Promotes the water exercise classes to members, program participants and the general public.
• Keep certifications current.
• Teaches all assigned classes.
• Notifies supervisor if unable to teach assigned class and finds appropriate substitute to teach the class.
• Provides assistance to lifeguard in the event of an emergency.
• The instructor is responsible for getting out and returning any equipment used in class (barbells, tape player, tapes, floatation belts, etc.). Attends appropriate staff meetings and trainings.
• Bloodborne Pathogens, Sexual Harassment, Child Abuse Prevention, Slips Trips and Falls, and Safe Lifting training within 30 days of hire and renewed annually.
• Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors and volunteers.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

This position directly affects the overall YMCA’s Water Exercise program. When done properly, the Program will have a positive atmosphere and enhance the participant’s physical and mental well-being.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be certified in PR/CPR, AED, O2, and First Aid. (Training provided by the Y, if needed)
• Must be 18 years of age or older and show technical ability in water fitness.
• When implemented, will acquire YMCA Water Exercise Instructor or certification from another nationally recognized organization, and YMCA Aquatic Safety Assistant certification within six months of employment.
• Must possess a cooperative spirit committed to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring, honesty, respect and responsibility to staff, lay leaders, Y members, program participants and the general public.
• Ability to relate to pool patrons in a positive manner.
• All instructional classes will be taught to the program objectives of the YMCA Water Exercise Program.
• Water exercise classes will promote the Mission of the YMCA.