Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Rochester; Town of Penfield (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Rochester is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to ensure the safety of all members in and around the pool. This part-time position requires flexible hours and involves enforcing safety regulations, maintaining records, and upholding the YMCA's core values. Lifeguards must possess valid certifications and demonstrate maturity and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• Current Lifeguarding certification required within 60 days of hire.
• Positive values and responsibility in working with people.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of individuals at the YMCA pool and premises.
• Enforce facility regulations and maintain cleanliness.
• Learn all emergency procedures and maintain required certifications.

Skills

Lifeguard skills

CPR

First Aid

Education

YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification

AED and Oxygen Administration certification

Job description

Description

$18-$20 with an additional $2 per hour for 5am-8am

sub, flexible hours, fall availability

*Uploading Your Lifeguard Certification as a Cover Letter Preferred*

This is a Part-Time Position

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 occasionally
• Must 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.