Head Lifeguard & Swim Safety Lead

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids; Caledonia (MI); Presencial; USD 24.000 - 29.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free YMCA Individual Membership

Retirement Savings – 12% employer

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Descripción de la vacante

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a Head Lifeguard to assist the Aquatic Director with daily supervision and training of lifeguards, ensuring a safe environment for participants. Availability is required for Saturday or Sunday shifts, plus a mix of weekday mornings and evenings.

Responsibilities include administering First Aid and CPR, enforcing rules, teaching swim lessons after certification, and maintaining health and safety records in accordance with state requirements.

Formación

• 1-3 years lifeguard experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• YMCA experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Administers emergency First Aid and CPR.
• Actively guards, provides breaks for lifeguards, and handles disciplinary action while on duty.
• Maintains supervision of participants and staff while on duty.
• Teaches swim lessons (after obtaining YMCA Swim Instructor Certification).
• Enforces aquatic rules and procedures.
• Washes and maintains deck.
• Keeps deck free of obstructions.
• Takes and records chemical readings.
• Assist with trainings for Lifeguard staff.
• Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion.
• Maintains pool and deck equipment.
• Prepares and distributes rosters and schedules to members.
• Distributes and collects program evaluations.
• Enforces safety standards and follows emergency procedures.
• Ensures State of Michigan’s Department of Health requirements are met.
• Maintains State of Michigan’s Department of Health records.

Descripción del empleo

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a Head Lifeguard to assist the Aquatic Director with daily supervision and training of lifeguards, ensuring a safe environment for participants. Availability is required for Saturday or Sunday shifts, plus a mix of weekday mornings and evenings.

Responsibilities include administering First Aid and CPR, enforcing rules, teaching swim lessons after certification, and maintaining health and safety records in accordance with state requirements.