Life Guard II

Keene Family YMCA; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community YMCA in Keene, New Hampshire is seeking a part-time Lifeguard to maintain safe swimming conditions and ensure member safety. The ideal candidate will have lifeguarding certifications and experience. Responsibilities include active surveillance of the pool area, managing emergencies, and engaging with members. Join a dedicated team committed to community well-being and support. Opportunities to foster connections with community members while ensuring a safe environment are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18.
• Ability to maintain certification levels of physical and mental readiness.
• Current YMCA Lifeguard or Red Cross Lifeguard.
• 5+ years of Lifeguarding experience preferred.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool and surrounding areas.
• Surveil the pool area and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain accurate records as required by YMCA or state Health Department.
• Maintains positive, culturally aware relationships with members and staff.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures necessary equipment is available; conducts chemical testing when not guarding.

Skills

Lifeguarding skills

CPR for Professional Rescuer

AED certification

First Aid certification

Emergency Oxygen certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Build members and the community’s understanding of the YMCA’s cause and impact.

Job Type

Part-time

DESCRIPTION

This position maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

OUR CULTURE

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.? We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.? We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.? We are determined: more than anything else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y’s commitment to DEI and the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility and responds to all members and community inquiries in a timely manner.
• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area by continuously scanning the pool area from side to side. Regularly walking around the pool area to check blind spots, steam room, and sauna.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six model” (Prevent, Recognize, Activate EAP, Rescue, Care, Report). Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective, positive, and culturally aware of relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Check the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving and for the duration of the shift.
• Lifeguards may be required to open or close the aquatics center.
• Attending all staff meetings and in-service training.
• Fulfills any other functions designated by the YMCA Administration.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum age 18.
• Ability to maintain certification levels of physical and mental readiness.
• Current YMCA Lifeguard or Red Cross Lifeguard.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA/ARC standards.
• Certifications: CPR for Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.
• 5+ years of Lifeguarding? is preferred.

Salary

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