Daytime Lifeguard

Kettle Moraine Y M C A Inc; West Bend (WI); Vor Ort; USD 19.000 - 22.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Kettle Moraine YMCA in West Bend is seeking a Daytime Lifeguard to help keep all pool users safe. This part‑time role requires alertness, professional behavior and the ability to enforce pool rules.

Under the Aquatics Director, you will respond to emergencies, maintain certifications, and prepare equipment for each shift. Morning and afternoon shifts are required, with some evenings or weekends.

Wage is $15/hour and benefits include a free Y membership and program discounts.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 15 years of age.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer; AED; Basic First Aid Certifications preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Required, certification provided by KMYMCA.
• Strong communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Maintains all required certifications.
• Analyses difficult situations and makes decisions according to established policies.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies health and safety rules, policies, guidelines for the pool and pool area.
• Remains alert and vigilant to proactively prevent emergency situations.
• Responds to emergency situations immediately and in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; provides timely and accurate reports and follow-ups.
• Maintains accurate records required by YMCA and state agencies.
• Reports to work a minimum of 5 minutes early and is ready to guard by the start of their shift.
• Has proper equipment at every shift, including guard tube and equipped lifeguard pack; performs equipment checks before every shift to ensure lifeguard readiness.
• Attends required trainings to ensure that skills are maintained.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies within the Child Abuse Prevention handbook.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication skills

Jobbeschreibung

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Daytime Lifeguard

Part Time West Bend, WI, US

Status: under 29 hours/week
Location: 1111 W. Washington St. West Bend, WI 53095
Wage: $15/hour
Benefit Package Including: Free Y Membership; Program Discounts including Child Care, School Age Care, and Day Camp
Hours: Morning and afternoon availability mainly needed, with the possibility of an evening/weekend shift.

Upcoming Lifeguard Class:

November 12-15

December 10-13

January 14-17

February 11-14

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the primary responsibility of the lifeguard is to ensure the safety of all those who use the aquatics facilities. We are looking for a motivated individual to ensure the safety of all those who use the aquatics facilities. Consistently and fairly enforce all the pool rules and regulations and perform lifeguard duties in a professional, responsible and courteous manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains all required certifications.
• Analyzes difficult situations and makes decisions according to established policies.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies health and safety rules, policies, guidelines for the pool and pool area.
• Remains alert and vigilant to proactively prevent emergency situations.
• Responds to emergency situations immediately and in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; provides timely and accurate reports and follow-ups.
• Maintains accurate records required by YMCA and state agencies.
• Reports to work a minimum of 5 minutes early and is ready to guard by the start of their shift.
• Has proper equipment at every shift, including guard tube and equipped lifeguard pack; performs equipment checks before every shift to ensure lifeguard readiness.
• Attends required trainings to ensure that skills are maintained.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies within the Child Abuse Prevention handbook.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement : Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 15 years of age.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer; AED; Basic First Aid Certifications preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Required, certification provided by KMYMCA.
• Strong communication skills.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification every two years

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to move quickly in emergency situations, strenuous activity, and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights.
• Required to remain alert and vigilant while sitting, standing, or walking for various lengths of time.
• Regularly lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to tolerate a fast paced, loud, and humid environment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THE YMCA WELCOMES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

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