Location and Job Title:

Water Arthritis Instructor
Arthur M. Glick JCC of Indianapolis
6701 Hoover Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46260

Principal Responsibilities:

The Water Arthritis Instructor's responsibilities include providing water arthritis instruction, monitors, educates patrons on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants. The instructor will also ensure that all swimming aids and equipment are in good working order. Ultimately, an exceptional Water Arthritis Instructor should be able to communicate effectively with patrons and Director of Aquatics to ensure that all water safety rules are adhered to.

Minimum Qualifications:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Instruct Water Arthritis classes;
• Provide information regarding pool rules and aquatic programming;
• Track and record patron punch cards for paid classes and attendance;
• Communicate with participants and Director of Aquatics as necessary;
• React appropriately in the event of an aquatic emergency;
• Report and hazards or concerns to the Director of Aquatics;
• Follow established procedures in the event of an emergency in regards to contacting security/EMT/Fire Department;
• Follow Emergency Action Plans and hit the Red Button in the case of an emergency.

Education & Experience

• Current ARC CPR/AED/First Aid certified or obtain within 6 months of employment;
• Experience with providing customer service;
• Water Arthritis or Aquatic teaching experience preferred;
• Experience working as a part of a team;
• Water Arthritis or Aquatic Fitness certification preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Professional and friendly attitude is essential;
• Commitment to always providing excellent customer service to members, guests, visitors and co-workers;
• Must be able to follow an emergency action plan;
• Must be reliable and dependable in regards to attendance and communication.

Equipment Used:

• Pool Noodles
• Lane Lines and Lane Line Wrench
• Aqua Jog Belts
• Pool Noodle Stability Bars
• Resistant Paddles and Barbells
• Phone
• Red Button
• AED device
• ADA Chair
• Adjustable Floor Controls

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of a community center. The pace of work is variable with the possibility of multiple requests occurring simultaneously. The physical demands of the position include sitting/standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 45lbs. Work schedule will include a variety of shifts during the week and weekends.

Salary:

Under $25,000

Agency Information:

Whether you come to the JCC to work out, swim, shoot hoops, hang out at the water park or bring your kids to a class, you can count on feeling better when you leave than you did when you came in. You?ll find that the JCC is so much more than fitness. Our members come from all walks of life and have interests ranging from childcare to water aerobics; from summer camp to adult continuing education; and from yoga to boot camp. We?re situated on 40 beautiful acres on Indy?s northwest side. We invite you to see for yourself why we say: Open to everyone. Something for everyone. Visit www.JCCindy.org, call 251-9467 or stop in for a tour.