Lifeguard

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Lifeguard at Whatcom Family Y creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with Y policies and procedures. During the summer months, this position will also teach group swim lessons and guard at offsite locations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. To prevent accidents by enforcing pool rules and by communication to members and guests.
2. To remain alert at all times.
3. To be on time for assigned shifts and be responsible for covering your shifts if you need time off. These shift changes have to be approved and must be covered by YMCA staff.
4. To take accurate chemical readings and record them as directed.
5. To fill out all appropriate paperwork.
6. To keep the pool and pool area clean.
7. To be appropriately attired: guard shirt, whistle, fanny pack, sandals/water shoes, appropriate bathing suit (one piece for females), and solid color shorts (preferably red or black).
8. To hold a rescue tube, have a mask and gloves available, and be ready to perform an appropriate rescue at all times.
9. To promote the YMCA, the programs of the YMCA and the core values of the YMCA.
10. To provide positive customer service to members and guests.
11. To attend all staff meetings and in-services.
12. To be knowledgeable of emergency procedures.
13. To keep current and obtain appropriate certifications.
14. To follow the procedures set forth by the Aquatic Director of the Whatcom Family YMCA.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

Everything we do at the YMCA is based on the ideal that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or identity, diverse abilities, age, religion, socioeconomic status or any other statuses or identities. Our work is focused on eliminating barriers to access, eliminating disparities in health, providing educational support, supporting working families, and growing our next generation of change makers for our country.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire

Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Engaging Community, Philanthropy

Building Relationships: Communication & Influence, Inclusion

Leading Operations: Functional Expertise, Innovation

Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others, Emotional Maturity

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Certifications: Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, and emergency oxygen administration
• Current YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent
• Child abuse prevention training upon Hire
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standard

Recommended Qualities: Alert, motivated, responsible, able to provide positive customer service, and able to work with different populations

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
• Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

Salary : $20 - $21