Lifeguard

YMCA of Northwest North Carolina; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization is seeking a part-time Lifeguard to ensure safety at their facilities. Responsibilities include surveillance of the pool, emergency response, and member engagement. Candidates must be certified in CPR and meet physical readiness standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 for part-time, 18 for full-time.
• Ability to maintain certification-level readiness.
• Demonstrate lifeguard skills per YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area.
• Respond to emergency situations according to policies.
• Build relationships with members and explain rules.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

Basic First Aid

Emergency Oxygen

Current YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent

Job description

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Lifeguards are problem solvers, communicators, and customer service representatives. Being able to make quick decisions and enforce them tactfully is a key part of being a successful lifeguard.

While ensuring safety is the primary duty, Lifeguards are also responsible for building relationships with members and program participants by waving and speaking briefly as they enter the pool, explaining rules as needed in a friendly and educational manner and working with the Y team to be consistent across all shifts.

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.

Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.

Minimum age of 16 for part-time lifeguard positions; minimum age 18 for full-time employment.

Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen. Current YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent. Employees need to cross-over to YUSA Guard within 90 days of employment.

Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.

Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Physical Demands

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.

Meet lifeguard strength and lifting requirements as specified by the YMCA.

See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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