Lifeguard

The lifeguard's primary responsibility is to oversee the activities of pool participants in an organized, positive atmosphere with the emphasis being on the protection of the participants and the prevention of injury or loss to the participants and the facility.

Requirements

• Minimum age, 15
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification
• Physically capable of observing and listening for stressful situations at all times
• Physically capable of lifting 40 pounds
• Ability to quickly reach a person and/or situation to prevent harm
• Maintain facility to insure the safety of the participants and the security of the facility
• Maintain appropriate level of personal fitness and high level of competency in rescue techniques
• Report all incidents and injuries using the appropriate form(s)
• Report all maintenance concerns to your supervisor
• Be aware of and follow facility emergency plans
• Show proficiency in opening and closing procedures
• Continue education while maintaining current level of certification
• Pass drills with 95% proficiency
• All Availability forms are due to be turned in by the date established by the Aquatic Coordinator and or lead guard
• All fully certified lifeguards are obligated to be available for no less than 10 hours per week and one full weekend per month
• Arrive 15 minutes prior to shift and be ready for duty at least 5 minutes ahead of time
• Maintain proper care and security of equipment
• Maintain Sanitation of locker rooms and pool facility
• Be consistent with YMCA Aquatic policy on discipline and standards
• Attend all scheduled general staff meetings
• Keep accurate time cards
• Assist in the cultivation and training of volunteers
• Market all YMCA classes and programs to participants
• All candidates must have reliable transportation

Benefits

• Life insurance
• Retirement plan