Lifeguard- FT

Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. As a Full-Time Lifeguard, you will represent the YMCA in a professional manner, ensuring a safe aquatic environment for members, non-members, and program participants under the supervision of the Aquatics Director and Assistant Aquatics Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Schedule:  Remain flexible to accommodate registration, departmental and branch special events. Weekend and evening availability to accommodate the facilities 7 day a week schedule. 
• Must work 40 hours a week specifically evenings and weekends.
• Must have considerable ability as a swimmer plus skills in rescue work, resuscitation and First Aid.

• Maintain constant surveillance of water and pool deck areas, ensure a safe and positive environment.
• Enforce all pool rules in a consistent, courteous and fair manner.  Educate family users of the purpose and need for the rules as a professional.
• Administer First Aid and CPR as required and fill out appropriate forms.
• Take and record chemical readings as scheduled.
• Assist with pool preparation and set up, including equipment handling and pool chemicals as well as completing closing procedures of all pools.

General Job Segments:

• Must have effective problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate communication skills.

• Be available to help cover open shifts.

• By personal example helps interpret the quality of YMCA Character Values - Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Actively promote membership within the department.  Increase visibility and credibility of YMCA programs. 

Financial Development:

• Provides leadership and support of Annual Campaign that results in achievement of our annual fund-raising goal.

Other Duties:

• Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Management.
• Dress professionally in required and appropriate uniform. YMCA lifeguard issued shirt, hip pack, whistle. Appropriate footwear while on duty and throughout the facility. And/or any additional branded, uniform or safety clothing or gear including rescue tubes, safety communication devices or as assigned. Oversized, baggy and excessively loose clothing or attire considered to hinder a rescue are not acceptable while on duty.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 Years Old
• Current YMCA/American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or equivalent. If not, YMCA will acquire it within the first 60 days of employment. 
• Current ASHI First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and Oxygen certification, or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the facility’s Lifeguard test.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.

Salary : $17 - $18