Day Shift Lifeguard

Old Colony YMCA; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Colony YMCA in Middleboro, MA, is seeking a Lifeguard to keep the pool safe and welcoming for members. You will arrive in uniform, perform opening tasks, and monitor water quality and safety rules throughout your shift.

You must be at least 16, pass the Ellis course, and demonstrate strong swimming with calm decision-making in emergencies. The role requires active participation in trainings and adherence to YMCA values.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years old and must pass the Ellis course.
• Strong swimming ability and ability to stay calm during emergencies.
• Ability to follow lifeguard protocol, supervision, and safety checks.

Responsibilities

• Arrive in uniform and open pool on time.
• Conduct opening/closing lifeguard checklists for safety and cleanliness.
• Maintain scanning pattern, 5 minute rotations, and rescue readiness.
• Enforce pool rules with a friendly, firm approach.
• Test and document water chemistry; report issues to supervisor.
• Attend staff meetings and training; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Strong swimming

Emergency response

Team coordination

Education

Ellis course

Minimum 16 years old

Job description

Middleboro, Massachusetts, United States

Job Description

• Program Responsibilities
• Arrive on deck, in uniform, ready to open pool promptly at scheduled time.
• Complete all required opening and closing lifeguard checklists to ensure the pool is safe, organized, clean and ready for members
• When actively guarding, maintain consistent scanning pattern, 5 minute strategy, and complete guard rotations ensuring proactive bottom scanning when coming on and off stand
• Know and cover your assigned zone of protection. While each guard location is validated for your zone of coverage, know you have flexibility to move at any time if you are not able to see any area designated
• Wear appropriate lifeguard attire including red shirt/bathing suit, whistle, hat/sunglasses if outdoors/in sunny environment, lifeguard tube/safety pack
• Ensure all youth age 12 and under, as well as weak or non-swimmers of any age are in coast guard approved floatation, or have passed the Old Colony Y Swim Test and can be identified by wearing a green swim bracelet.
• Actively use your whistle to enforce all pool rules including swim test policy, no breath holding, no running on the pool deck, no diving, etc. Do so with a friendly, yet serious and unwavering disposition
• Practice the 5 second rule and be prepared to respond to any member who is under water/whose face is under water for a count down from 5.
• Attend the required number of in-services monthly and ensure rescue readiness at all times.
• Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor on appropriate forms.
• Attend all staff meetings scheduled by supervisor.
• Secure ALL pool doors at the end of your shift unless properly relieved by another
• Fiscal Responsibility

• Supervision of Personnel

• Off stand responsibilities include:
• Properly test water for chemical balance and record at assigned times. Report any problems immediately to Head Lifeguard.
• Check all safety equipment at the beginning of the shift, reporting any problems in writing to supervisor.
• Follow daily maintenance schedule as assigned including hosing deck, brushing down pool walls, cleaning staff office, reporting all problems in writing to supervisor.
• Maintain highest level of cleanliness in pool area.
• Demonstrate the character values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility at all times

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES - LEADER

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/Physical Requirements (Minimum required)

• Minimum 16 years old
• Must take and pass the Ellis course
• Strong swimming ability
• Ability to keep a clear head and remember protocol during an emergency situation, drill, or audit
• Ability to remain focused and diligent
• Must be able to perform all physical tasks of a Lifeguard as well as lift an adult male from the pool onto the pool deck.
• Complete program specific and employee orientation training by required timeline.

CLOSING STATEMENT

To ensure the overall operation of the YMCA and support team-work, I will accept additional responsibilities as assigned.

Location(s)

61 East Grove Street, Middleboro , Massachusetts 02346 , United States

Requirements

• Program Responsibilities
• Arrive on deck, in uniform, ready to open pool promptly at scheduled time.
• Complete all required opening and closing lifeguard checklists to ensure the pool is safe, organized, clean and ready for members
• When actively guarding, maintain consistent scanning pattern, 5 minute strategy, and complete guard rotations ensuring proactive bottom scanning when coming on and off stand
• Know and cover your assigned zone of protection. While each guard location is validated for your zone of coverage, know you have flexibility to move at any time if you are not able to see any area designated
• Wear appropriate lifeguard attire including red shirt/bathing suit, whistle, hat/sunglasses if outdoors/in sunny environment, lifeguard tube/safety pack
• Ensure all youth age 12 and under, as well as weak or non-swimmers of any age are in coast guard approved floatation, or have passed the Old Colony Y Swim Test and can be identified by wearing a green swim bracelet.
• Actively use your whistle to enforce all pool rules including swim test policy, no breath holding, no running on the pool deck, no diving, etc. Do so with a friendly, yet serious and unwavering disposition
• Practice the 5 second rule and be prepared to respond to any member who is under water/whose face is under water for a count down from 5.
• Attend the required number of in-services monthly and ensure rescue readiness at all times.
• Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor on appropriate forms.
• Attend all staff meetings scheduled by supervisor.
• Secure ALL pool doors at the end of your shift unless properly relieved by another
• Fiscal Responsibility

• Supervision of Personnel

• Off stand responsibilities include:
• Properly test water for chemical balance and record at assigned times. Report any problems immediately to Head Lifeguard.
• Check all safety equipment at the beginning of the shift, reporting any problems in writing to supervisor.
• Follow daily maintenance schedule as assigned including hosing deck, brushing down pool walls, cleaning staff office, reporting all problems in writing to supervisor.
• Maintain highest level of cleanliness in pool area.
• Demonstrate the character values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility at all times

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES - LEADER

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/Physical Requirements (Minimum required)

• Minimum 16 years old
• Must take and pass the Ellis course
• Strong swimming ability
• Ability to keep a clear head and remember protocol during an emergency situation, drill, or audit
• Ability to remain focused and diligent
• Must be able to perform all physical tasks of a Lifeguard as well as lift an adult male from the pool onto the pool deck.
• Complete program specific and employee orientation training by required timeline.

CLOSING STATEMENT

To ensure the overall operation of the YMCA and support team-work, I will accept additional responsibilities as assigned.

Branch / Program

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