Lifeguard - Daytime Shifts | Walnut Creek Family YMCA

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At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our staff members are people who drive this cause – it is because of our drive, our passion, our belief in others, and our belief in the strength of our mission that we are able to make a difference – every day.

POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Lifeguard, you will have the opportunity to provide everyone with a safe place to swim, learn, grow and play. You will maintain a safe swimming environment in the pool, on the pool deck and the surrounding areas. You will be able to relate to people in a positive manner to build relationships with all who enter the pool.

LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION: If NOT certified, will be required to take the certification course held on February 8th, 9th, 15th, and 16th.

JOB LOCATION: Walnut Creek Family YMCA
SHIFT AVAILABLE: Monday - Friday, variety of shifts from 4:45am - 1:00pm, weekends also available
PAY RATE: $11.00-$13.00/hour
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: February 6, 2025 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Enforce rules and procedures
  
• Keep pool and pool deck free of obstructions and safety hazards
  
• Maintain constant surveillance of the water and pool deck areas
  
• Handle equipment as assigned to ensure safety
  
• Record chemical readings
  
• Know emergency procedures and is able to demonstrate them
  
• Maintain emergency equipment
  
• Respond to all emergencies
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person
  
• Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to read, write, and perform simple mathematical functions
  
• Must be at least 16 years of age
  
• Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certifications or equivalent - prior to starting if hired
  
• Intro to Y’s Cause & Culture Online Course - prior to starting if hired
  
• Additional training to be completed within the first 30 days and maintained afterwards

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate with people and monitor property and activity
  
• Ability to remain alert at all time
  
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity
  
• Ability to adapt to changing working conditions

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Good communication skills
  
• Ability to work with diverse group of people
  
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
  
• Ability to maintain control even when distracted by noise and activity
  
• Attend training and/or courses as required by the YMCA

Help positively impact children and families in our community and SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY TO IMPACT YOUR OWN LIFE - experience, knowledge, satisfaction and joy are just some of the ways you'll grow, learn and thrive.

Apply and begin your life changing Y journey TODAY!