What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at YWCA and Careers?
Lifeguard Job Requirements and Responsibilities:
- Have and maintain Lifeguard Certification
- Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
- Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
- Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
- Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
- Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment.
Lifeguard Qualifications / Skills:
- Must be 15 years old or above
- Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facility to determine any potential dangers or hazards.
- Swimming proficiency and comfort in water.
- Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety.
- Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $9.00 per hour
Experience:
- Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $9