Seasonal Lifeguard

Two Rivers Ymca, Inc.; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Lifeguard, where your primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of all pool patrons. This role involves not only monitoring the pool area but also providing emergency care when needed. As a vital member of the aquatic team, you will help create a welcoming environment for everyone, enhancing their experience through vigilance and professionalism. With flexible hours and a supportive community, this position offers the chance to make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow lifeguards. If you're passionate about safety and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free YMCA Membership

Program Discounts

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
• Up to 33 hours of training for lifeguard certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prevent accidents in the pool area by enforcing rules.
• Provide emergency care and perform rescues when necessary.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Emergency Care

Communication Skills

Physical Fitness

Education

Less than high school education

Lifeguard Certification Training

Tools

CPR Equipment

First Aid Kit

Job description

*ACTIVELY HIRING* Now hiring Professional Lifesavers! The best way to respond to a rescue is to prevent it from happening in the first place! Join our team of Lifeguards as we work to prevent incidents and protect those who come into our pool areas.

A true Professional Lifesaver! Currently looking for Lifeguards available for:

• Mon-Fri Mornings (4a -11a)
• Mon-Fri Afternoons (11a - 3:30p)
• Mon-Fri Evenings (3:30p - 9:30p)
• Saturdays (5:30a - 5p)
• Sundays (6:30a - 4:30p)

Not currently certified, but interested in becoming a Certified Lifeguard? Contact Lauren Johnson at [e-mail].

Summary: To provide and enforce a safe atmosphere for all participants utilizing the swimming pool facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preventing accidents both in the water and on the immediate deck through the enforcement of the pool rules established by the YMCA.
• Performing an appropriate rescue and providing emergency care for an accident victim.
• Filling out an incident report on any incident.
• Abiding by the YMCA’s policies, rules and regulations as set forth by the YMCA.
• Finding a qualified substitute from within the staff in the case of illness and informing the Aquatic Director.
• Checking all pool rescue and first aid equipment for safety and reporting any supplies that are low.
• Keeping deck and pool area clean and neat at all times. Hose deck when necessary.
• Opening and closing the pool, and for using the robot properly, according to the procedures given in the aquatic staff handbook.
• Being familiar with the current brochure and pool schedule.
• Positioning yourself as needed to best guard the current pool situation. Life guarding is done primarily from the guarding chair. Guards may stand or walk around the deck area if the situation dictates.
• Being on time and wearing the proper uniform, which includes swim suit, guard shirt, whistle, hip pack, and rescue tube.
• Being strict but tactful in enforcing pool rules. Enforce all pool rules consistently.
• Using whistle only when necessary. The signal to clear the pool is one long sharp whistle blast.
• Remaining vigilant and assuring the pool is constantly monitored.
• Communicating effectively with patrons and coworkers.
• Conducting swim tests and marking as required by department policy and ensuring that only those who pass are allowed in the deep end.
• Adding and removing lane lines and/or safety lines as needed.
• Reporting any immediate causes for concern to the proper personnel in a timely manner.
• Maintaining an acceptable level of physical fitness as necessary to maintain all required certifications.
• Attending staff training sessions and meetings monthly.
• Properly clocking in and out to record the hours worked.

Effect and End Results:

• All pool patrons, regardless of skill or experience, will be greeted and feel welcome and safe.
• Programs will be enhanced through regular training, evaluation, and communication between lifeguards, patrons, and other YMCA staff.
• Lifeguards and their names will be easily identifiable during all programs.
• The overall quality of the YMCA and its programs and services will be viewed as excellent by more members and guests, leading to higher satisfaction and participation rates.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervises members and participants as they experience the Two Rivers YMCA in aquatic area activities.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: Less than high school education; up to 33 hours of training and/or experience for lifeguard certification.

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to members, children, parents, and staff.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Complete background check, child abuse prevention training, blood borne pathogens, Lifeguarding ARC or YMCA, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED, First Aid Certification and other trainings as assigned.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must continue to meet minimum requirements for lifeguard swimming and abilities. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Wage: $16/hr for the summer, $15/hr after summer months if you stay on.

Benefits: Part Time employees receive:

• YMCA Membership & Program Discounts: Free YMCA membership for employees and their families plus basic program discounts.