Lifeguard Aquatics Instructor

Location Address:

3915 Golden Valley Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55422-4249


Date Posted:

September 22, 2026

Department:

31602005 Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute Pool & Fitness Golden Valley

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

< 7 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

0

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Alternative Weekend Plan

Job Summary:

At Allina Health/Courage Kenny, we offer Lifeguard Aquatic professionals the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of individuals in our community. Become part of a supportive team that values your expertise, fosters professional growth, and the resources to deliver exceptional care. You’ll find your purpose in helping others regain their independence, a culture of innovation, and the chance to be a vital part of a leading rehabilitation institute transforming lives every day.

Key Position Details:

Allina Health is looking for a part-time Lifeguard Aquatic Instructor to support Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute Golden Valley! Come join an amazing team!

• Casual (0.0 FTE) position

• Training requirement: Must be available to train during the first month, working 2-3 evening shifts per week

• Scheduling expectation: Availability to work Saturday mornings to support community swim lesson programming, plus extra hours!

Job Description:

Instructs aquatic exercise and therapy programs. Monitors client progress and makes program changes to facilitate clients' maximum independence and achieves fitness goals.
Principle Responsibilities

• Conducts group and 1:1 aquatic exercise and therapy programs.
  • Conducts programs in compliance with governing disciplines.
  • Conducts 1:1 instruction and hands-on assistance to clients.
  • Monitors clients' progress and make program changes to facilitate clients' maximum independence and achieve fitness goals.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Completes documentation, maintain class rosters and client records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 0 to 2 years in teaching aquatics skills

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below
  ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  ◦ Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days)
• Lifeguard Certification from American Red Cross required within 2 weeks of hire

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $17.45 to $23.77 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.