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Young Mens Christian Association Of Southwestern Indiana; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 13,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The Young Mens Christian Association Of Southwestern Indiana is seeking a part-time lifeguard to ensure patron safety in the Evansville pool area. The role emphasizes adherence to safety policies and supervision of youth.

Candidates must complete required trainings (CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen, Bloodborne pathogens, and Child Abuse Prevention) within 60 days and be at least 15 years old, with Red Cross Lifeguard certification or willingness to obtain it.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen and Blood‑borne Pathogen training required within 60 days of employment.
• Child Abuse Prevention training required before/on first day of working with youth.
• At least 15 years of age.
• Certified American Red Cross Lifeguard or willingness to be certified.
• Pass a skills test upon hire including, but not limited to: 300‑yard swim and submerged passive rescue.

Responsibilities

• Enforce pool rules and supervise youth in a polite manner.
• Respond to emergencies by activating the Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Monitor and maintain safe pool conditions and chemical levels.
• Attend shifts and in‑service meetings.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR/AED

First Aid

Lifeguard certification

Job description

Job Details

Job location: Evansville, IN 47708. Position type: Part Time. Salary range: $11.50. Job category: Aquatics.

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 role is responsible for the safety and wellbeing of the patrons in the pool area.

Essential Functions

1. Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
2. Complete required abuse risk management training.
3. Adhere to procedures related to managing high‑risk activities and supervising youth.
4. Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
5. Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
6. Recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations by activating the Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
7. Attend all scheduled shifts and in‑service meetings.
8. Maintain a good working relationship with staff members and pool patrons.
9. Maintain safe and sanitary pool conditions. This includes checking chemicals at regular intervals.
10. Enforce all rules and regulations in a polite manner.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen and Blood‑borne Pathogen training required within 60 days of employment.
• Child Abuse Prevention training required before/on first day of working with youth.
• At least 15 years of age.
• Certified American Red Cross Lifeguard or willingness to be certified.
• Pass a skills test upon hire including, but not limited to: 300‑yard swim and submerged passive rescue.

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.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must be able to respond quickly to any emergency situation and be willing to administer any first aid or care under the scope of their training.