Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Rochester; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Rochester seeks a lifeguard to ensure patron safety in and around the pool and facility. You will enforce regulations, maintain cleanliness, and assist with emergency procedures, reporting, and documentation.

Applicants must be 15+ years old and hold YMCA or Red Cross lifeguard certification with renewal within 60 days, plus CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and First Aid certifications. Shift premium may apply for certain hours.

Qualifications

• Must hold YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding and obtain YMCA Lifeguarding certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of every individual in and around the pool and facility.
• Enforce pool regulations including showers, food and drink, and conduct.
• Maintain clean and sanitary premises.
• Maintain records per NYS Health Department Sanitary Code.
• Learn and review all emergency procedures and participate in staff meetings.
• Report 15 minutes before shift in proper uniform; arrange substitutes when unable to work.
• Maintain all required YMCA lifeguard certifications.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR for Professional Rescuer

AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Maturity

Teamwork

Job description

Flexible weekday & weekend hours!

$18.25 per hour

Extra $2.00 per hour to work certain shifts!

Uploading Your Lifeguard Certification as a Cover Letter Preferred

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, a lifeguard will uphold the rules and the guidelines of the pool to ensure the safest environment for all members. The position is responsible for ensuring that the mission, purpose, image and core values at the YMCA of Greater Rochester is conveyed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• To ensure the safety of every individual at the YMCA, both in and around the pool as well as the rest of the facility.
• To enforce regulations pertaining to showers, food and drink, conduct.
• To help in maintaining the premises in a clean and sanitary condition.
• To maintain accurate records as required by the NYS Health Department Sanitary Code.
• Be acquainted with other available facilities and activities.
• To learn and review all emergency procedures.
• To attend all staff meetings and in-services as required.
• To report 15 minutes prior to scheduled hours in proper uniform (whistle, trunks and provided lifeguard shirt for men and one piece suit and provided lifeguard shirt for women).
• To secure a substitute lifeguard when unable to fulfill assigned duties and notify supervisor of changes.
• To maintain all certifications required by the YMCA of Greater Rochester.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• Must have current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding and obtain YMCA Lifeguarding certification within 60 days of their hire date.
• Must have CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification, AED, and Oxygen Administration.
• Must have Basic First Aid certification.
• In addition to the above requirements, it is expected that a lifeguard will bring to his/her position maturity, responsibility, positive values and sincere interest in working with people.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with the YMCA of Greater Rochester standards.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift
• Must be able to bend and stoop occasionally
• Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds occasionallyMust be able to spend long periods of time in the pool

  The YMCA of Greater Rochester provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.