Bloomington-Normal YMCA Volunteer Position Description
POSITION TITLE: SWIM LESSON ASSISTANT
PURPOSE/GOAL: Assist the Aquatics Supervisor in providing swim lessons support to YMCA Swim School Participants.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum age of 14. Must possess a friendly disposition and enjoy working with people.
SUPERVISED BY: Aquatics Supervisor
POSITION EXPECTATIONS:
- Review all swim school curriculum with Aquatics Supervisor prior to the start of volunteering.
- Provide support to current Swim Instructors in YMCA Swim School which may include setup and takedown of YMCA Swim School.
- Assist Aquatics Department with cleaning duties.
OUTCOME:
- Establish a positive relationship with members and guests in the YMCA.
- Generation of positive feelings from being one of the YMCA’s volunteers.
VOLUNTEER RIGHTS:
- To do meaningful and satisfying work.
- To be carefully assigned to projects which meet your interests and needs.
- To be oriented to the YMCA and trained appropriately for your work assignments.
- To receive supervision and guidance throughout your volunteer experience.
- To have your service hours documented (certificate or letter) upon request and be properly appreciated and recognized for your contributions.
VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Dress in assigned dress code, including YMCA nametag and YMCA t-shirt, when appropriate.
- Participate/Volunteer with enthusiasm and commitment.
- Be open and honest with the YMCA about your expectations and abilities.
- Participate in the orientation process (e.g., background checks, paperwork and training).
- Fulfill time and task commitments.
- Serve as an ambassador of the YMCA. Upholds core values at all times.
I understand the expectations of this volunteer position and will do my best to champion the efforts and uphold the mission of the Bloomington Normal YMCA.