Lifeguard

GENERAL FUNCTION:

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool areas.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required. (including incident reports).
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Performs chemical testing. Maintains accurate records as required by the Health Department code.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Check the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Responsible for turning in availability for schedule by the 15th of the month prior (ex: availability for May’s schedule due no later than April 15th).
• No cell phones, smart watches, earbuds, or other smart devices are permitted during shifts.
• Appropriate swim attire (full guard uniform at all times) per Dress Code.
• If sick or other event a mandatory 4 hour call off for the job.
• Responsible for finding coverage/assist if not able to work.
• Attending all staff meetings, in-service training, and completing Redwood’s training, and mandatory meetings.
• Able to administer swim tests to patrons to determine level of swimming.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the aquatic area. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• Meet strength and lifting requirements.
• See and observe all sections of and assigned zone or area of responsibility.
• Swim 1200 yds a month.
• Able to retrieve the Brick off the bottom of the pool assigned to.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

• The YMCA will gain and retain members.
• YMCA programs will grow.
• YMCA members will become more engaged in the YMCA mission.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 15.
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Must be available on days, evenings, and weekends. Must be available to work a minimum of two weekends per month.