Employment

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ALL PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES MUST GO THROUGH BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG SCREEN.

Job Listings:

Weight Room Attendant

Part Time evening & weekend staff.
Salary- Hourly D.O.E. up to $8.
No experience needed, Some experience helpful, will train.  A basic knowledge of fitness equipment and exercise, Spanish speaking a plus, need to be CPR certified.  Must be friendly and outgoing. Entry level position, perfect for Kinesiology student. Drug test and background check done.
Must Apply In Person.

Group Fitness Instructor

To lead Boot Camp style classes.  Must hold current national certification, have CPR certification(we can train you in this), and be enthusiastic, friendly, and encouraging.  Classes to be held Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6-7PM and 1 Saturday per month.  Starting salary is $13.50 an hour or D.O.E.  Download application, apply in person, and contact mramon@portarthurymca.org with any questions.

 

Camp Counselor

 General Function:

Under the direction of the Camp Coordinator, and in harmony with the established policies and procedures of the YMCA, the Camp Counselor assumes full responsibility for maintaining the program leadership of his/her camper group.

Entry Requirements:

• Ø Exposure to small structured group work
• Ø Minimum 18 years
• Ø Sincere interest in children; Strong desire to work with children in day camp setting.
• Ø CPR/First Aid certification

Principle Activities and Responsibilities:

• Ø Leadership for specific camper group
• Ø Maintain discipline within camper group according to YMCA guidelines.
• Ø Follow camp emergency procedures in case of accidents.
• Ø Remain with camper group at all times, including swimming with kids during swim time.
• Ø Plan and implement open period activities.
• Ø Maintain camp equipment.
• Ø Maintain reports and attendance records.
• Ø Follow established camp procedures and guidelines.
• Ø Attend all staff meetings/trainings and participate in “Family Night” activities.
• Ø Understand and be committed to YMCA character development

 

Lifeguard

Reports to: Aquatics Director and/or Head Guard

Apply in Person, 6760 Ninth Ave., Port Arthur

Download Job Application above.

Salary: $7.25 – $8. hourly, D.O.E.

All prospective employees must pass drug test and background check.

GENERAL FUNCTION:

The lifeguard is responsible for guarding the safety of the patrons of the swimming pool for the Association.

KNOW HOW:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Lifeguards must be currently certified in YMCA Lifeguard, or a comparable national certification.
• CPR – Must include certification in adult, child, and infant CPR and obstructed airway maneuver – American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and American Heart Association Healthcare Provider meet these requirements.
• FIRST AID – Must include training in victim assessment, bleeding, shock, burns, specific body injuries, bites & stings, bone joint, and muscle injuries: poisoning; cold and heat-related injuries; medical emergencies and rescues.
• SWIMMMING ABILITY – Must be able to pass pre-employment skills test.

 

Swim Instructor

Supervisor: Aquatic Director &/or Head Guard

Salary:  $7.25-8.00 hourly D.O.E.

Apply in person: 6760 Ninth Ave., Port Arthur

Download Job Application above.

All prospective employees must pass drug test and background check.

General Function:

The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swim lessons that follow the Y Swim Lessons guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Swim Instructors must be currently certified in CPR (must include certification in adult, child, and infant CPR and obstructed airway maneuver);
• First Aid (must include training in victim assessment; bleeding; shock; burns; specific body injures; bites and stings; bone, joint, and muscle injuries; poisoning; cold and heat-related injures; medical emergencies and rescues – American Red Cross and National Safety Council programs meet these requirements).
• The Swim Instructor must be at least 16 years of age and if under 18, must have a parental consent form and must be able to pass a pre-employment skills test.