Head Lifeguard-Summer Rate $17.35-$21.06 - West Boise YMCA

Treasure Valley Family YMCA; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Treasure Valley Family YMCA is seeking a Head Lifeguard for the West Boise YMCA offering a competitive pay rate of $17.35-$21.06 per hour for a part-time role. The Head Lifeguard will provide leadership in a safe and nurturing atmosphere, focusing on member engagement and adherence to safety procedures. This position requires strong communication skills, safety awareness, and a Lifeguard Instructor Certification. The role is a vital part of creating a welcoming environment for all community members.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older upon hire.
• Ability to swim 500 yards in 12 minutes or less.
• Ability to engage others in conversations and make them feel welcome.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe environment for members and participants through active deck scanning.
• Function as a point person for others in the same job position.
• Engage members and participants in effective, age-appropriate communication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety Awareness

Education

Lifeguard Instructor Certification

Job description

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The Head Lifeguard provides leadership and influence within the program area they are working, while creating a safe, friendly and nurturing atmosphere.

Schedule

This is a part-time position averaging 25 hours per week. Schedule requirements are morning and evening shifts.

Starting Pay: $17.35-$21.06

• Base rate of $14.85-$18.56 + $2.50/hr. summer differential May 7 - Sept 6.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Create a safe environment for members and participants through active deck scanning, being on time and ready to respond quickly and appropriately while role modeling safe behavior.
• Designated First Responder.
• Engage members and participants in effective, age-appropriate communication using the Y voice attributes.
• The head guard will actively engage with and encourage members during swim tests and lessons.
• Develop intentional relationships and engage members in a way to help them meet the seven Cause Measurement goals.
• Adhere to Aquatics Leading Practice Manual.
• Using the Y voice attributes provide appropriate feedback to participants and members as needed.
• Function as a point person for others in the same job position.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older upon hire.
• Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green).
• Ability to pass all standard safety drills with an 80% passing average.
• Ability to swim 500 yards in 12 minutes or less. 400 yards is crawl and 100 must be breaststroke.
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification preferred.
• Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
• Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
  
  

Welcoming and Inclusion

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

How To Apply

External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact [e-mail]. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.

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