POSITION SUMMARY:
- The YMCA is looking for lifeguards for our new location in the heart of downtown Sacramento.
- This position will maintain 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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintains active surveillance of the pool area. Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six” model.
- Completes related reports as required.
- Maintains effective, positive relationships with the 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.
- Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
- Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
Staff Meetings & Training:
- Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Certifications:
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification. Current YMCA lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding and obtain YMCA Lifeguarding Certification within 60 days of hire.
- Oxygen Administration certification (required within 30 days of hire) Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
- Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to pass lifeguard water test.
- Must be able to remain alert.
- Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
- Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.
- Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations. Salary:
- $16.00-$22.34 Benefits: Sick Leave Employee Assistant Program Free YMCA Membership YMCA Program Discounts YMCA Retirement Fund