Position Summary
Keene Family YMCA is seeking part-time Lifeguards to work in their busy Aquatics Center. As a member of the Aquatics team, Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of all participants in our Aquatics Center. Additionally, Lifeguards maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and in surrounding areas to create a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures with a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens.

Current American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard certifications, CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required. If you do not have the required certifications, you could be eligible to receive your certifications free of charge with one year of service at the Keene Family YMCA.

This position offers flexible hours and a positive work environment where you will have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally while making a positive impact on others in the community.

Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you!

Essential Functions of the Lifeguard

• Builds meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests while exemplifying the Y's commitment to DEI and the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility.
• Maintains active surveillance by continuously scanning the pool area from side to side, and regularly walking around pool area to check blind spots, steam room, and sauna.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the safe-in-six model (Prevent, Recognize, Activate EAP, Rescue, Care, Report).
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA/ARC standards
• Ability to perform duties with professionalism, enthusiasm, kindness, empathy, care, honesty, and respect

Preferred Qualifications

• A certificate in DEI or extensive training and work experience
• Current YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen
• 5 years of experience lifeguarding

ABOUT US
The Keene Family YMCA is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, committed to strengthening our community through programs and services focused on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. We are only impactful in our work when we have dedicated, knowledgeable, passionate staff who believe in our cause.

Perhaps YOU are the cause-driven leader we are looking for that can build personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the four-character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility and responding to all member and community inquiries in a timely manner.

All positions require passing a background check.

The Keene Family YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital or family status.

Compensation details: 13.65-16.38 Hourly Wage

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