LIFEGUARD

YMCA of Columbia-Willamette; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Pool Access

Free Group Fitness Classes

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

The YMCA of Columbia-Willamette is hiring a part-time Lifeguard in Vancouver, WA. You will act as a first responder and perform rescues in and around the pool, ensuring member safety and enforcing pool rules.

You'll stay current through inservice training and drills, educate guests on safety, and serve as a positive role model for youths while upholding YMCA policies and standards. Must be 16+ and available for 12:00-16:00 shifts.

Qualifications

• Be at least 16 years old.
• Have or obtain Lifeguard and CPR/AED & First Aid certifications within 30 days.
• Pass written and physical assessment prior to duty.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and enforce pool rules.
• Certification/training available if not currently held.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a First Responder
• Using your training to perform rescues in and around the pool
• Keeping your skills fresh with Inservice Training and Drills
• Educating members/guests on pool rules and safety
• Being a positive role model for youths in your community
• Upholding the YMCA Policies and Standards

Skills

First Responder

Lifeguard Certification

CPR/AED

First Aid Certification

Safety enforcement

Public safety awareness

Job description

Description: Do you have an interest in Aquatics or Emergency Services?Want to learn how to save lives around the water?Are you a swimming enthusiast? Are you 16 or older?

Become a Lifeguard at the YMCA!

Why Should you apply?

• Free Household Gym Membership
• Free Group Fitness Classes
• Free Pool Access
• Free HydroMassage (for those over 18)
• Program Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Opportunities for Growth/Leadership
• Build your Resume
• Work with your friends
• Engage with your community
• Flexible working hours (part time - up to 30 hrs/week) based on your availability

What would you be doing?

• Acting as a First Responder
• Using your training to perform rescues in and around the pool
• Keeping your skills fresh with Inservice Training and Drills
• Educating members/guests on pool rules and safety
• Being a positive role model for youths in your community
• Upholding the YMCA Policies and Standards

Time of the day needed: 12:00 - 4:00

Requirements

What do you need to qualify?

• Be at least 16 years old
• Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification*
• Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification*
• Be able to pass a written/physical assessment prior to duty
• Have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
• Have ability to observe participant activities adequately, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures
• Current certification not necessary - certification/training is available!

Red Cross Lifeguard Prerequisite Skills

• Swim 150 yards (freestyle or breaststroke) demonstrating endurance and breath control (face in the water), then tread water for 2 minutes using only legs (no hands), then swim 50 additional yards without stopping
• Brick rescue within 1 minute 40 seconds (without the use of goggles, swim 20 yards, dive 7-10 feet to retrieve 10lb object, return to starting point on back with both hands on brick, exit without using ladder or steps)