Specialized Aquatics Instructor- Therapeutic Recreation (PT)

JOB
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the safe and efficient provision of a variety of pool and land-based instructional lessons, programs and trainings to both clients and staff members. *This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies*

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement, and the Town may change these duties at any time.Provides one-on-one or small group instruction, coaching and evaluation to clients and staff through one or more Aquatics Division Programs: Private Swimming InstructionAdaptive Swimming InstructionMasters Swimming & Fitness CoachingLifeguard & Safety InstructionAuditor & In-Service InstructionUpholds and enforces facility safety guidelines and follows all applicable policies and procedures including, but not limited to Starguard Elite, Health & Safety Institute, Starfish Aquatics Institute and US Masters Swimming instructor and participant guidelines. Ensures course or lesson area is safe, set up and clean, prior to and following each session; begins classes/lessons on time and in an organized manner. Ensures all necessary equipment and supplies are present and in proper working order prior to each course, restocks the same following each course, alerts staff designee of any broken or low stock items. Communicates equipment/supply needs to staff designee prior to each session.Evaluates participants and provides immediate positive and corrective feedback. Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers.Reports incidents or accidents to supervisor immediately and provides necessary first aid care. Completes necessary reports and maintains records as outlined by specific program. Utilizes effective written and verbal communication techniques to communicate with Town of Parker staff, management, and the public in a positive and professional manner. This includes use of technology to collect and disseminate data and other pertinent information.Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working ConditionsThe working conditions described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.Tools & EquipmentRequires frequent use of learn to swim and lifesaving equipment and general office equipment. Physical DemandsRequires regular swimming, sitting, standing, walking, talking, handling, feeling or operating objects, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Requires occasional reaching with hands and arms, climbing and balancing. Requires moderate physical activity with heavy lifting, up to one hundred (100) pounds. Requires close and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust focus, allowing a broad field of vision. EnvironmentWork is frequently performed in a humid pool environment and or a climate-controlled classroom, employees holding this position will be exposed to extreme cold or heat and wetness/humidity. The noise level is usually high and may range from moderate to extreme. The employee may occasionally work with or around hazardous items or hazardous conditions such as mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, chemicals, or radiant energy.Parker is committed to maintaining a friendly, home town atmosphere. We place a premium on teamwork and participation while encouraging creativity and individual initiative. We believe that through collaboration, leadership can occur at all levels. We take our commitments seriously and strive to reach positive solutions. The duties of the job description are to be performed by demonstrating the Town's core values of Commitment to Quality Service, Integrity, Innovation and Teamwork. This job description does not intend to list every function of the position, does not constitute an employment agreement, and is subject to change.In order to ensure the safety of the public and reduce the risk for loss, background screenings are completed on applicants selected for employment, internship opportunities and safety sensitive volunteer positions. All positions are subject to a basic screening process including but not limited to criminal history search, reference check, degree and employment verification. In addition to the basic screening process, other screenings may include but are not limited to: Drug screen, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, credit report and/or physical examination.Click HERE to learn more about joining our team!The Town of Parker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please contact View email address on jobs.institutedata.com with questions regarding this position.Hiring range: $27.24 - $29.76Full pay range: $27.24 - $34.51