Junior Lifeguard

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Family Membership

Program discounts

Generous retirement benefits - 12%

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

YMCA of the Northern Colorado is seeking junior lifeguards to join our safety team. You will work as a second responder and coordinate with senior guards to keep the pool area safe and welcoming.

Must have current lifeguard certification (YMCA, Red Cross or equivalent), First Aid/CPR AED for the Professional Rescuer, and Oxygen Administration. Bilingual staff may earn a +10% differential on testing Spanish/English.

Qualifications

• Must have current YMCA lifeguard, Red Cross lifeguard, or equivalent certification.
• Current First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and Oxygen Administration certification.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the safety and wellbeing of our members and guests, and keep our Y's pool a friendly, welcoming environment for all to play, learn and build confidence in the water.
• Ensure the safety of participants while they are in or near the pool or hot tub.
• General maintenance and cleanliness of the pool, water testing and general problem-solving.
• Relate positively to a variety of people including other staff, members, program participants, and children.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Lifeguard certification

First Aid

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

Oxygen Administration

Job description

All branches of the YMCA of Northern Colorado are seeking junior lifeguards. Junior Lifeguards are a valued part of our safety team serving as second responder and working in conjunction with more senior guards. Our YMCAs offer memberships, fitness programs, youth sports, aquatics programs, social opportunities, and early childhood education for the Northern Front Range.We offer a +10% differential for bilingual staff who test as fluent in Spanish and English.Hours: Monday-Sunday 11:45am - 8:15pmSeasonal Schedule: May 22nd-September 7thMust be available on weekendsIf you are not a certified lifeguard, please check out our lifeguard classes at https://www.ymcanoco.org/lifeguard-cpr-certification/lifeguarding.Responsibilities:Advocate for the safety and wellbeing of our members and guests, and keep our Y's pool a friendly, welcoming environment for all to play, learn and build confidence in the water.Ensure the safety of participants while they are in or near the pool or hot tub.General maintenance and cleanliness of the pool, water testing and general problem-solving.Relate positively to a variety of people including other staff, members, program participants, and children.Other duties as assigned.Benefits:(10+ hours/week) Free Family Membership(10+ hours/week) Program discountsGenerous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is metEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Sick TimeChildcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.Minimum age of 15. Look for our Lifeguard posts if you are 16.Current YMCA Lifeguard, Red Cross Lifeguard, or equivalent certification.Current First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and Oxygen Administration certification.Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.