LIFEGUARD - YEAR-ROUND (SAMPSON COUNTY YMCA)

YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 37,465,000 - 46,764,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is seeking a Lifeguard for the Sampson County YMCA in Clinton, NC. The role focuses on preventing accidents, enforcing safety rules, and maintaining constant vigilance to protect swimmers.

The lifeguard also assists in pool operations and performs related tasks as assigned. Qualifications include a minimum age of 16, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and First Aid certifications, and current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding credentials, with

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16.
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification.
• Current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Enforce pool safety guidelines and prevent accidents.
• Respond quickly and efficiently to emergencies.
• Maintain alertness and monitor swimmers at all times.
• Assist in pool operations and perform related tasks as assigned.

Job description

Position: LIFEGUARD - YEAR-ROUND (SAMPSON COUNTY YMCA)

Location: Clinton, NC

Job Id: 184

# of Openings: 1

LIFEGUARD

POSITION SUMMARY

A YMCA lifeguard ensures the safety of all swimmers by preventing accidents and responding to emergencies quickly and efficiently. To ensure safety, lifeguards must enforce safety guidelines, and remain alert at all times. A lifeguard will assist in the operation of the pool and perform related work as assigned.

WAGE RANGE

$13.06 - $16.32/hr. depending on experience/qualifications

YMCA COMPETENCIES

• Mission Advancement:Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
• Collaboration:Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Operational Effectiveness:Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Personal Growth:Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age of 16.
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification.
• Current YMCA LifeguardingorRed Cross Lifeguarding
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

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.