YMCA of Upper Palmetto is Hiring a Lifeguard Early AM Near Fort Mill, SC
POSITION SUMMARY:Under supervision of the Aquatics Director or Head Lifeguard and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the lifeguard is responsible for supervision of swimmers during recreational and fitness swims; administers First Aid, exercises control of the swimmers and maintains all safety and sanitation procedures according to the policies of the Upper Palmetto Aquatics Department and State Swimming Pool Operations Codes. The Lifeguard will assist the Aquatic Director with various branch activities such as special events and other activities that occur on various occasions.
Responsible for the safety of facility patrons
Must be available to work 5am-9am, age 16 and over only
Maintains a constant surveillance of the pool area
Enforces all of the facility’s policies, rules and regulations
Responds to patron inquiries and concerns as well as provides branch information as needed
Inspects the aquatic facility on a daily schedule and reports unsafe conditions and equipment to supervisor.
Completes records and reports regarding the following:
Patron attendance
Water chemistry
Incidents and accidents
Maintains effective relationships with the members, participants and other staff
Participates in all staff meetings and in-service trainings
Conducts aquatic facility maintenance as assigned
Maintains a safe, clean, well-supervised pool area that welcomes participation
Team work is promoted and demonstrated
Communicates aquatics programs, rules and regulations
Other duties as needed
Qualifications:
Must be at least 15years old
Must have a current nationally recognized Lifeguard Certifications to include: American Red Cross, YMCA, ILTP Ellis, Starguard, and Boy Scouts of American Lifeguarding Certification. If not American Red Cross Lifeguard Certified, must complete the American Red Cross Lifeguard course in the first 120 days of employment.
Current certification in the following:
Professional CPR
First Aid
Bloodborne Pathogens
O2 (If you do not currently have this certification, must obtain within 30 days of hire or at first available training)
Must present a professional, mature image, and have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Must have a positive attitude and desire to achieve the mission of the Upper Palmetto YMCA.