Aquatic Rehabilitation Specialist

The Aquatic Rehabilitation Specialist will conduct safe, fun, dynamic and effective water fitness classes based on YMCA Standards & Guidelines.

HOURLY RATE: $20-$22 PER SESSION (HALF-HOUR SESSIONS)

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Company participates in the Retirement Plans provided by YUSA, including pension and deferred compensation
• Individual Membership (eligible for Family Membership after one year of employment)
• 10% off selected West Morris Area YMCA programs (after 90 days of employment)

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year’s experience in related field.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications are required and must be maintained throughout employment.
• An Aquatic Therapy Rehab Institute certification is required and maintained throughout employment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to remain alert and visually monitor participants in an aquatic environment, respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies, and perform water rescues, CPR, First Aid, AED, and other emergency response skills as required by certification standards.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and maintain various body positions for extended periods while supervising participants, instructing aquatic exercises, assisting individuals, and setting up equipment. 
• Ability to demonstrate and instruct aquatic exercises involving balance, flexibility, strength, and range of motion. 
• Ability to safely assist participants with varying levels of mobility when entering and exiting the pool, providing physical support as needed. 
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull aquatic equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements associated with instruction and equipment setup. 
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with participants, caregivers, and staff in a noisy aquatic environment. 
• Ability to work in a humid environment with exposure to water, chlorine, and varying temperatures. 
• Ability to complete required documentation and basic computer and administrative tasks. 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

• Conduct aquatic rehabilitation sessions in a safe, effective, and professional manner based on participant needs and program goals.
• Develop and implement individualized aquatic exercise plans to support mobility, strength, flexibility, balance, and overall wellness.
• Collaborate with aquatics staff and other wellness professionals to ensure effective program coordination while assisting with program development, participant retention, and the promotion of aquatic rehabilitation services.
• Lead participants through therapeutic aquatic exercises by providing clear instruction, encouragement, appropriate modifications, and guidance on the safe and proper use of aquatic equipment.
• Assess participant abilities and adjust activities based on individual limitations, progress, and safety considerations.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to participant needs, including changes in physical condition or signs of distress.
• Communicate effectively and provide exceptional member service by responding to participant, caregiver, healthcare provider, and staff questions, concerns, and feedback in a timely and professional manner, while sharing progress, goals, and program recommendations.
• Document participant attendance, progress, exercise plans, and any concerns according to organizational procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming aquatic environment by monitoring participants, enforcing pool rules, following emergency procedures, and ensuring the proper setup, use, and storage of equipment.
• Ensure compliance with YMCA policies, safety standards, accessibility guidelines, and applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Director or program supervisor.

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making.
• Collaboration.
• Developing Self & Others.
• Ability to handle confrontational situations.

• Aquatic Therapy Rehab Institute Certification.