Water Aerobics Instructor - Cassville, United States - Ozarks Regional YMCA

Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Group Exercise Instructor serves others by intentionally welcoming, connecting, and supporting them and inviting them to get involved and give back to the community. They lead energizing, fun, safe, and educational group exercise classes.

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 1. Be knowledgeable and adhere to Safety Policies, Procedures and Emergency Response Plans. Always keeping Safety at the forefront of your mind.
2. 2.Creates a safe environment in which all individuals feel welcomed and respected; build relationships with and among members and program participants.

1. 3. Greets everyone by using names whenever possible; extends thanks whenever appropriate; makes relationship building the number one priority at all times. (Relationship Builder)

1. 4. Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group exercise classes, as directed by the supervisor, that align with the healthy living program goals and objectives.

1. 5. Understands different health needs; observes and adjusts approach to support all participants' capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.

1. 6. Makes self available to all members regardless of age, gender, race, socioeconomic status, or fitness level. Share your knowledge and be a resource for sound health and fitness information.

1. 7. Responsible for ensuring that the mission, purpose, image and core values of the Ozarks Regional YMCA is conveyed at all times

1. 8. Asks and answers questions and displays empathy in support of helping member and program participants build confidence to achieve their health and wellness goals.

1. 9. Identifies and celebrates the successes of members and program participants.

1. 10. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.

1. 11. Keeps accurate class attendance records.

1. 12. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations. Ensure all injuries or incidents have been reported on an Injury Report Form.

1. 13. Take responsibility to keep class area and equipment neat and clean.

1. 14. Maintain good attendance. Give supervisor at least two weeks' notice of schedule changes.

1. 15. Assume total responsibility for obtaining qualified substitutes when needed and inform supervisor.

1. 16. Allow ten minutes to prepare for class and