Wellness & Aquatics Director

Aquatics and wellness experience, apply to join our Y family in Archdale, NC. Carl & Linda Grubb is located right outside of High Point.

Job Description

Under the direction and daily supervision of the VP - District Operations, the Wellness / Aquatics Director provides hands-on leadership for the operations and development of high-quality Wellness and Aquatics programs including group exercise and splash pad.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.

2. One to two years related experience preferred.

3. Minimum age of 21.

4. Requirements within 30 days of hire include: completion of: CPR, First Aid, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens, Oxygen, Child Abuse Prevention, Inappropriate Touch, and any trainings/certifications required by YMCA insurance provider.

5. Valid NC driver’s license.

6. CPR certified.

7. Lifeguard certified. CPO certified.

8. Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications.

9. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

10. Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, behavior management and age-appropriate discipline strategies for children.

11. Scheduling flexibility based on meeting demands of job roles: early morning, late nights and weekend work possible.

12. Ability to initiate activities, participate in programming and interact with children of all ages.

Essential Functions

1. Adheres and complies with the YMCA of High Point Employee Manual, Policy & Procedures Manual, and Code of Conduct.

2. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.

3. Develops, manages and controls program budgets to meet fiscal objectives. Ensures program operates within budget and that program fees are collected. Supports and budgets for healthy eating through coaching, mentoring, and monitoring menu quality.

4. Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed.

5. Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment supports healthy living.

6. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations including, state childcare licensing agency, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.

7. Provides staff leadership for annual fund-raising campaign and committees as assigned.

8. Maintains proper records and department files.

9. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, organizes and schedules program registrations.

10. Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.

11. Represents the YMCA with key community organizations and events as required.

12. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.

13. Attends all staff meetings, in-service trainings, and other meetings as required by supervisors.

14. Conducts behavior at all times in a professional manner to reflect positively on the YMCA.

15. Serves as a member of the branch management team.

16. Performs other duties and tasks as requested by immediate supervisor to facilitate efficient and effective operation of the YMCA.

AQUATICS:

1. Plans, develops and implements aquatic programs to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.

2. Recruits, hires, trains, develops and schedules staff and volunteers as needed for indoor pool and splash pad. Performs staff evaluations and motivates staff to achieve goals.

3. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete. Conducts staff meetings and in-service trainings.

4. Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.

5. Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and splash pad areas.

6. Ensures crash kit checklist is completed on a weekly basis; restocks any expired or non-working equipment and supplies.

7. Monitors daily pool and splash pad operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations. Maintains accurate pool logs, pool updates, and incident reports.

8. Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of aquatic areas.

9. Secures and schedules aquatic facilities.

WELLNESS:

1. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs fitness floor, group exercise, water aerobics, personal training staff. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.

2. Produces effective and efficient staff schedules within payroll budget parameters.

3. Ensures all wellness staff certifications are current.

4. Ensures fitness floor is clean and equipment is in proper working order.

5. Ensures all risk management policies and procedures are followed.

6. Surveys the Wellness Department, evaluates data and makes recommendations based on results.

Required Certifications

1. Lifeguard certified.

2. CPO certified.

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