Aquatics Lifeguard: Safer Swims & Youth Development

YMCA of Greater Houston; Katy (TX); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

YMCA of Greater Houston in Katy, TX is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to maintain safe swimming conditions across pools and surrounding areas. The role emphasizes vigilant supervision, enforcing rules, performing daily pool maintenance, and responding to emergencies per YMCA guidelines.

Qualified candidates will hold current Lifeguard certification, pass a swim assessment, and complete required trainings within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must hold current YMCA Lifeguard Certification or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, or obtain YMCA Lifeguard Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Current ASHI certifications for CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen, plus Child Abuse Prevention Training, Information Security and Awareness, Workplace Harassment and Bullying, Universal Precautions, and New Staff Orientation Assessment.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Minimum age of 16 years.

Responsabilités

• Knows and responds to emergency situations per YMCA standards.
• Enforces safety rules and swim testing procedures.
• Maintains pool and pool area cleanliness and performs maintenance tasks.
• Performs pool chemical testing and keeps accurate records.
• Conducts daily equipment checks and ensures necessary equipment is available.
• Monitors for pool hazards and intervenes to prevent accidents.
• Maintains required certifications and attends trainings as required.
• Participates in staff meetings and in-service training (min. 4 hours/month).
• Maintains vigilant surveillance and executes rescues as needed.
• Fosters positive relationships with members and staff while communicating rules firmly and kindly.
• Reports suspicious or inappropriate behavior and follows abuse/incident reporting requirements.

Connaissances

Emergency response

Public safety

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

YMCA Lifeguard Certification / Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

ASHI CPR/First Aid/Emergency Oxygen trainings

Description du poste

YMCA of Greater Houston in Katy, TX is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to maintain safe swimming conditions across pools and surrounding areas. The role emphasizes vigilant supervision, enforcing rules, performing daily pool maintenance, and responding to emergencies per YMCA guidelines.

Qualified candidates will hold current Lifeguard certification, pass a swim assessment, and complete required trainings within 30 days of hire.