What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard I position at Montclair YMCA?
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POSITION SUMMARY:
Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Serves as head lifeguard/shift supervisor as assigned by the Aquatics Director.
OUR CULTURE:
At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each and every day. We strive to be the preferred partner to collaborate with others, identifying and meeting our community needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area. Provides supervision of staff when management is not in the facility.
- Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area, and helps mentor lifeguards in rule enforcement and swim test administration.
- The position is identified as safety-sensitive and is subject to required random drug testing as scheduled.
- Performs assigned tasks or specific responsibilities in a supervisory/head lifeguard capacity as assigned by the Aquatics Director or supervisor.
- Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
- Checks the pool for hazardous conditions upon arrival and throughout the shift; responds to and corrects hazards when able or reports immediately to a supervisor.
- Performs pool chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and takes appropriate action to correct inconsistencies.
- Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or state Health Department codes.
- Attends monthly in-service training and YMCA mandatory staff meetings.
- Responsible for securing a substitute head lifeguard and reporting any schedule changes to the director in a timely manner.
- Adheres to all YMCA of Montclair policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and best practices, including emergency and safety procedures, supporting the association’s philanthropic efforts.
- Cooperates and interacts with members, staff, program participants, and volunteers in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner.
- Demonstrates and models the YMCA’s four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
- Adheres to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
- Attends required Abuse Risk Management training and adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants.
- Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follows mandated abuse reporting procedures.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Emotional Maturity
- Communication
- Critical Thinking and Decision Making
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum age of 16
- Current YMCA Lifeguard or American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Certification required
- Current Basic Life Support (CPR), AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certifications
- Must be able to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
- Must have CPR/AED and First Aid certification or obtain within 90 days of employment
- Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA or ARC standards
- Must complete Bloodborne Pathogens training annually
- Must maintain all required certifications in active status
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to pass a lifeguard skills assessment and water test
- Must be able to remain alert at all times
- Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods
- Ability to hear noises and recognize distress signals
- Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision
- Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks required for water rescue
- Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors (including exposure to heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weather conditions)
- Must be able to lift and pull up to 50 pounds
COMPANY BENEFITS:
- YMCA Membership: Enjoy access to our YMCA facilities at no cost.
- 25% Discount on various YMCA Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for referring to qualified candidates.
- Employee Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on various products and services.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Eligibility after 90 days of employment.
HOURLY PAY RATE: $16.13-$19.00
WORK SCHEDULE:
Weekdays: Evenings 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Weekends: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Salary : $16 - $19