Lifeguard – Morning Pool Safety & Rescue Pro

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Family Membership

Program discounts

Generous retirement benefits - 12%

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is seeking a vigilant Lifeguard to ensure patron safety at our aquatic facility in Colorado Springs. You will enforce rules, explain safety practices, and monitor pool areas and locker rooms for hazards.

Shift is mornings only, 5am–1pm. You will respond to emergencies, perform first aid, and maintain cleanliness and records while upholding the Y's values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Must pass a swim test and skills assessment.
• Completion of lifeguard training is required (training offered).
• 16 years of age or older.
• Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Able to interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Available to work shifts, including mornings.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing activities at aquatic facilities.
• Explaining and enforcing rules, regulations and policies in a professional manner to ensure safety.
• Maintain constant surveillance of pool area using scanning techniques while ready to rescue.
• Monitoring designated areas to recognize signs of danger.
• Warning swimmers regarding unsafe situations.
• Maintaining order in swimming areas.
• Responding to emergencies and rescuing swimmers in danger of drowning.
• Performing first aid procedures.
• Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of all areas.
• Maintaining records and reports.
• Maintain compliance with the Association In-Service Policy.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Swim proficiency

Attention to safety

Shift availability

Job description

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is seeking a vigilant Lifeguard to ensure patron safety at our aquatic facility in Colorado Springs. You will enforce rules, explain safety practices, and monitor pool areas and locker rooms for hazards.

Shift is mornings only, 5am–1pm. You will respond to emergencies, perform first aid, and maintain cleanliness and records while upholding the Y's values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.