What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at YMCA?
GENERAL FUNCTION:
This position is responsible for supervising the aquatic facility and/or aquatic activities to secure and ensure the safety of all those involved. The lifeguard also maintains all areas in and around the aquatic facility. These duties will be performed while practicing the Y values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES:
Know and enforce aquatic rules, procedures, policies, and guidelines.
Wash deck, maintain cleanliness and keep deck free of obstructions.
Maintain constant surveillance of water and pool deck areas.
Take and record chemical readings.
Dress appropriately for guarding duties YMCA lifeguard shirt, swim suit (red, black or navy), name tag, whistle, fanny pack.
Responsible for dealing with patrons concerns and needs in a professional manner.
Report problems and violations to the supervisor.
Handle equipment as assigned.
Arrive on time to begin shift.
Take ownership of the pool and responsibilities.
In the event of an absence, find a substitute and inform the supervisor as soon as possible.
Secure pool facility at the close of business and when the pool is not in use, inspect aquatic facility when opening pool for any problem areas.
Maintain cleanliness of aquatics activity/area/facility.
Report injuries to the supervisor and fill out the required and appropriate forms.
Attend all scheduled staff meetings.
Take directions from Head Lifeguards and/or Aquatics Coordinator.
Be knowledgeable of and promote branch programs and membership.
Perform check of all safety/emergency equipment at start of scheduled shift & alert management of any issues.
Perform other duties as assigned/required.
EFFECT ON END RESULTS:
The effectiveness of this position can be measured when the various job segments are being met, the areas mentioned above are kept sanitary and clean and Members satisfaction regarding building cleanliness and sanitation is high.
Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise children and teens will:
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children and teens.
Attend required abuse risk management training annually.
Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Adhere to job-specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certification
Some previous experience is desired.
Must be mature and dependable
Must be 15 years of age or older.
GRADE QUALIFICATIONS:
Maintain a YMCA or Red Cross certification in the following: CPR for the Professional Rescuer/1st Aid, AED, Lifeguarding
Reasoning ability, able to follow instructions
Customer service skills
Able to prioritize and multitask
Leadership skills
Basic problem solving skills
Ability to provide feedback
Ability to supervise
Ability to organize
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to stand, bend, squat, push, pull and reach over head
Lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds
Able to work in/outdoors in different temperatures
Must be able to swim 300 yards monthly