What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at Young Mens Christian Association Of Metropolitan...?
TIME & DAYS
This position is seasonal and will last from mid-May until early September.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lifeguard, working as part of the Aquatics team, will deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. The Lifeguard will be responsible for guarding the pool and assuring a safe and clean aquatic environment for members and guests. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.
THE YMCA AS THE THIRD PLACE
To be the welcoming and transformative place - beyond work and home - where people feel most able to be their true selves; explore their purpose, dreams and goals; achieve health and wellness for their spirit, mind and body; connect with their community and feel a sense of belonging and possibilities like nowhere else
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Always maintain pool safety; guard using YMCA approved techniques and procedures including dismissing participants for disruptive behaviors
Perform chemical checks as indicated
Wear protective gear when handling biohazard materials
Proactively clean up and/or repair areas used by the program
Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor immediately using proper forms
Remain current on Lifeguard Certification, CPR Pro, First Aid and other safety certification training
Educate participants on pool rules and enforce rules as required
Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger to handle or feel objects, tools, controls, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear
Exposed to wet and humid conditions, outdoor weather conditions including direct UV sun rays, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and potentially explosive materials
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50-100 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and focus
QUALIFICATIONS
16 years of age or older
CPR-PR/AED, Oxygen Administration, and Standard First Aid or ability to obtain before hire
American Red Cross/YMCA Lifeguard certification or ability to obtain before hire
High customer relation skills
BENEFITS
- Free individual membership
- Program discounts
- Generous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
- Employee Assistance Program
- Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
- Paid Time off for those scheduled and working 20 per week
