Lifeguard - Adrian L. Shuford Jr. YMCA

YMCA of Catawba Valley; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Contribution

Job summary

The YMCA of Catawba Valley is seeking a Lifeguard to maintain safe swimming conditions under the supervision of the Aquatics Director. You will monitor the pool and deck areas, build positive relationships with members, and connect participants to YMCA programs, supporting our mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Responsibilities include continuous surveillance, emergency response, first aid, safety communications, data logging, and delivering courteous

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Preferred candidates have current and active YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Must pass at least two hours of practical guarding at the branch prior to first shift.
• Ability to pass lifeguard water and audible tests.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool and deck areas.
• Respond to emergencies within the assigned zone and communicate broadly as needed.
• Perform first aid and complete incident/accident reports.
• Enforce pool, waterpark, and whirlpool safety policies and guidelines.
• Attend monthly safety and in-service trainings and arrive early for shifts.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

CPR

First Aid

Job description

Overview

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director and in accordance with the mission of the YMCA, the Lifeguard maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool and deck areas. Builds positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills. Creatively finds ways to connect participants to one another and the YMCA community. Lifeguards allow the Y to offer life-changing programs in the areas of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. When we do this effectively, we deliver on our cause as a nonprofit by strengthening our community.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area/body of water, know/review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately
• Responds to emergency situations in assigned zone. Assists in communicating emergency situations outside of assigned zone
• Perform first aid when necessary and complete appropriate incident/accident reports
• Know, understand, and consistently communicate policies and guidelines for the pool, body of water, and whirlpool
• Performs daily routine chores and maintenance of waterpark to ensure neat and orderly appearance
• Provides superior customer service to all guests by assisting all in a polite and expedient manner
• Participate in all branch safety and quality drills
• Attend all required monthly and y early in-service trainings
• Arrive 10 minutes prior to start of scheduled shift
• Engage in active listening with members in order to build relationships, understand each individual’s goals and interests and take the initiative to assist in the achievement of those goals
• All YMCA staff are responsible for creating a safe, inclusive environment. This includes following all YMCA policies and procedures related to abuse prevention, reporting concerns or incidents immediately, and maintaining appropriate boundaries with youth and members

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Preferred candidates have current and active YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certifications
• Must successfully complete at least two hours of practical guarding at branch prior to first shift
• Ability to pass lifeguard water and audible test
• Must be able to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness in a warm environment with air temperatures of 80 degrees or higher
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Audible awareness of noises and distress signals in surroundings
• Observe all areas of the pool with clear vision
• Perform all needed rescues and survival skills
• Communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in in a dynamic, potentially loud environment
• Perform all needed rescues, resuscitation and survival skills
• Think in abstract, solve problems and make quick decisions
• Act swiftly in an emergency

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Contribution

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.We are welcoming:we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.We are genuine:we value you and embrace your individuality.We are hopeful:we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.We are nurturing:we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.We are determined:above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Posted Salary Range

USD $11.25 - USD $14.25 /Hr.