What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at WEST MORRIS AREA YMCA?
The Lifeguard supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Aquatic Coordinator, the Lifeguard is directly responsible for swimmer/patron safety.
SAFETY, SAFETY, SAFETY is top priority
Essential Functions:
- Adhere to and enforce all pool rules and policies.
- Adhere to 10/10 standards
- TRIAGE SCANNING
- RESCUE READY
- Perform all skills without interruptions to adjust, remove, or retrieve corrective eyewear or hearing devices
- Remain alert at all times
- Act as Off-site lifeguarding as needed
- Attend all schedule in-service trainings
- Conduct daily chemical checks every two hours while on off scan
- Make the decision to close the pool when warranted
- Any other duties as assigned by supervisors
- Must be at least 15 years of age
- Possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification or equivalent
- Must be able to hear noises and distress signals in the Aquatic Environment
- Must be able to observe and clearly see all sections of assigned zones
- Must meet strength and lifting requirements