POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, experienced Full-time Lifeguard to assist the Aquatic Director in providing excellent service to our community and patrons in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. The Full-time Lifeguard will provide for the safety of our patrons and staff, excellent preventative methods from injuries, excellent adherence to the 10/20 rule, and excellence in lifesaving measures (60% - 80% of time). Also, in advancing the safety and quality of the facility the Full-time Lifeguard will assist in ensuring water quality and facility cleanliness (40% - 20%).

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 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides an example to other lifeguards to emulate.
• Participate in a weekly meeting with the Aquatics Director to cover time usage, scheduling, and projects.
• Helps the Aquatics Director lead monthly in-service training and working with lifeguards to make sure all skills, qualifications, and obligations as a lifeguard are fulfilled.
• Monitors and assists in daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local, and YMCA health and safety regulations.
• Work will be split between lifeguarding (60% - 80%) and facility quality (40% - 20%)
• Maintains accountability of working hours through compiling a lists of duties, tasks, and goals to show how work is distributed on a daily and weekly basis
• Builds effective relationships with patrons; ensures excellent customer service.
• Commits to serving others and respects the mission of the YMCA of Southwestern IN.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to assist with classes and activities relating to aquatics.
• Ability to pass the lifeguard physical test and reach the bottom of a 13-foot pool
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods and remain alert.
• Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
• Ability to continuously scan all areas.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue and removal of a person from the water to perform first aid.
• Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree or working on a degree in a related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• At least two years of experience in the aquatics field is preferred.
• Required certifications: Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding or equivalent. Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include the completion of: Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff; Oxygen, and Blood Borne Pathogens.
• ARC Certified Lifeguard and Lifeguard Instructor Certification or equivalent is preferred. If not currently holding one, they will get it in the first year of service.