What are the responsibilities and job description for the Y LIFEGUARD position at YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATI?
A YMCA lifeguard monitors pool activities and ensures member safety. Lifeguards need to possess knowledge of rescue procedures and emergency medical procedures. To help prevent incidents, lifeguards must enforce all safety guidelines as outlined by the YMCA. To ensure safety, lifeguards must remain alert throughout an entire shift. To gain a YMCA lifeguard job, applicant must hold lifeguard and CPR certification. A lifeguard may need to possess a pre-employment physical and a skills test. Additional job duties a lifeguard performs include preparing activity and incident reports and performing pool maintenance.
Qualifications:• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must be current in YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent and Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent and remain current in all certifications. (Be willing to cross over to YMCA Lifeguard)
• Must believe in the Mission of the YMCA.
• Must successfully complete the facility's lifeguard practical test. The skills test covers endurance, lifeguard skills, First Aid and CPR techniques.