LIFEGUARD

YMCA and Women's Center of Rome; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization seeks a Lifeguard to maintain safety in and around the pool at their facility. The ideal candidate will oversee the pool area, respond to emergencies, and ensure adherence to safety protocols. Responsibilities include active surveillance, performing chemical tests, and ensuring the physical and mental readiness required for certification. Candidates must be at least 15 years old and possess relevant certifications in CPR/AED and first aid. Join us in creating a safe environment for our community!

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 15 with a support lifeguard.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills as per YMCA standards.
• Must pass a Nationwide Criminal and Sex Offender Registry Background Screening.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations in accordance with policies.
• Perform chemical testing as required and ensure safety rules are followed.
• Report suspicious behaviors and policy violations.

Skills

Active surveillance

Emergency response

Lifeguard skills

Team collaboration

Education

Certifications: CPR/AED, first aid

Job description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Lifeguard at YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

OUR CULTURE

In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intention 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: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
• Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
• 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.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Is committed to maintaining a workplace free from all forms of harassment
• Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youth.
• Attends required abuse risk management training.
• Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
• Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum age of 15 with a support lifeguard
• Certifications: Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid
• Current YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent
• Child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards
• Is committed to maintaining a workplace free from all forms of harassment
• Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youth.
• Attends required abuse risk management training.
• Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
• Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
• Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.
• Must meet all Association-Wide training requirements in addition to those set forth by their Supervisor.
• Must be able to pass a Nationwide Criminal and Sex Offender Registry Background Screening.
• Must ensure that the physical and social environments for program delivery reflect the Y’s definition of character and values