What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Head Lifeguard - Downtown Boise YMCA position at YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF BOISE IDAHO INC?
The Downtown Family YMCA opened its doors in 1964 and has since been a landmark in the Downtown Boise area. The facility has a full court basketball gym, a large cardio fitness center, multiple strength training systems and rooms, racquetball courts, a climbing wall, five fitness studios, three swimming pools, and multiple youth programming areas.
The Senior Head Lifeguard ensures safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck and surrounding areas of the aquatic's facility. Senior Head Guards must additionally comply with all of the roles and responsibilities of Head Lifeguards.
Schedule:
This is a full-time position at 40 hours weekly. Schedule requirements vary based on lifeguard schedule and department needs. Includes mornings, on-call, and weekends as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Create a safe environment for members and participants through active deck scanning, being on time and ready to respond quickly and appropriately while role modeling safe behavior.
- Designated First Responder.
- Engage members and participants in effective, age-appropriate communication using the Y voice attributes. The Head Lifeguard will actively engage with and encourage members during swim tests and lessons.
- Develop intentional relationships and engage members.
- Adhere to Aquatics Leading Practice Manual.
- Provide appropriate feedback to participants and members as needed.
- Build relationships with members, participants and volunteers.
- Promote teamwork and cooperative effort.
Qualifications:
- Age – Must be 18 years of age or older upon hire.
- Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green).
- Ability to pass all standard safety drills with an 80% passing average.
- Ability to coach and give feedback in a constructive manner.
- Basic computer skills including experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated skills in planning, time management, flexibility, organization and independent work proficiency.
- Adapt to multiple learning styles to assist in the development of staff.
- Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
- Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
Required Certifications:
- First Aid – Prerequisite upon hire.
- Oxygen– Prerequisite upon hire.
- Basic Life Support– Prerequisite upon hire.
- Y Lifeguard– Prerequisite upon hire.
- Y Lifeguard Instructor– Prerequisite upon hire, 90-day compliance period.
Welcoming and Inclusion:
At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.
How To Apply:
External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.
