Applications due 07/19/25
Job Description:
Date posted: June 19, 2025
Location: 543 North Newberry Street, York, PA, USA
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 Swim Team Assistant Coach at the YMCA of the Roses creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining the safety of all aquatic facility users in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
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:
1. Develops, promotes, and manages the competitive swimming program in manner consistent with USA Swimming and YMCA standards.
2. Supervises the general facilities on-site (pool, pool deck, equipment storage, locker rooms) as well as off-site for upkeep, cleanliness and proper usage during and following program use.
3. Maintains proper records/department files.
4. Maintains constant supervision of swimmers, identifies swimmers who need assistance, and supports swimmers as necessary to ensure a positive learning environment.
5. Attend team meets as directed by Director of Competitive Swimming. Assist the team in set up procedure and clean up procedure during home meets at their YMCA facility.
6. Under the direction of the Head Coach, seeks educational opportunities through the National YMCA competitive Swimming Coaches Association and the American Swimming Coaches Association.
7. Adheres to program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards, and ensures consistency with evidence-based practices. Relate to the individual swimmer on a personal basis at practice, meets and other venues. Relate to parents concerns through individual contact before or after practice.
8. Follow National YMCA philosophy of “Everybody Swims” no matter the outcome of a meet.
9. Complete all other required duties requested by Director of Competitive swimming and/or Aquatics Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum age of 18
• No less than 1 year experience coaching similar Swim Teams
• Certifications: CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, Lifeguarding and/or Coaches Safety Certification
• USA and YMCA coach certification within 1 month of hire
• Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance
• Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance
• Complete all required trainings within 1 month of hire
How to Apply
Visits our YMCA of the Roses Website to apply https://www.rosesymca.org/ycareers/
Contact Information
90 N Newberry St
phone: 717-718-1968 ext 104
