Lifeguard - Barco - Newton YMCA

Ymc; Florida; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA branch membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Florida’s First Coast is hiring a part-time lifeguard for the Fleming Island pool. You will maintain constant surveillance, enforce safety rules, and respond to emergencies in line with YMCA policies.

The role includes record-keeping and equipment checks, with opportunities to maintain a Free YMCA branch membership. Qualifications include a minimum age of 16 (18+ preferred) and current CPR, AED, First Aid, and Lifeguarding certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16; 18+ preferred.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2, and First Aid certifications required.
• Current YMCA Lifeguarding Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area.
• Perform and review safety procedures and emergency responses.
• Keep accurate records as required by YMCA and health codes.
• Test pool chemicals and ensure equipment availability.
• Ensure health and safety of members and guests.

Skills

Lifeguard skills

Emergency response

Education

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

YMCA Lifeguarding Certification

First Aid certification

Job description

• Location 2075 Town Center Boulevard,Fleming Island, FL, 32003,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 / Hour
• Other Compensation Free YMCA Branch Membership
• Job Category AQUATICS
• Employee Type Part-Time - Under 30 Hrs
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Essential Functions:

• Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective 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 at appropriate times of the day, as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Attends all staff meetings and training as required.
• Ensures all First Coast YMCA standards and best practices are implemented and followed.
• Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations and child abuse prevention.
• Ensures the health and safety of all members/guests.
• Inspect physical space to ensure the safety, orderliness, sanitation and cleanliness of facilities.
• Phase 1
  • Tread water for 2 minutes
  • Swim 100 yards front crawl
• Phase 2
  • Swim 50 yards(2 laps) of each stroke-Front crawl with head up, sidestroke, breaststroke, breaststroke with head up, elementary backstroke kick with hands on chest.
  • Perform a feet first surface dive in 6-7 feet of water, then swim underwater for 15 feet

NOTE: This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.

Relationships: Builds rapport and relates wells to others.

Decision-Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.

Emotional Maturity: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitation and how they impact relationships.

Functional Expertise: Has the function and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-dates knowledge and skill in technology.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 16. 18 or older preferred
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2, First Aid certification.
• Current YMCA Lifeguarding Certification.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Must pass Level 2 Background Screening. Level 2 is a fingerprint check of state and federal criminal history information conducted through the Florida Department of law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Physical Demands:

• Ability to pass lifeguard water test.
• Must be able to remain alert.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
• Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
• Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.

The YMCA of Florida’s First Coast is an Equal Opportunity Employer, DRUG FREE Workplace.