Lifeguard

Compensation: $14.71per hourand FREE YMCAHouseholdMembership POSITION SUMMARY: Maintains safeswimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas.Creates a safe and positive atmosphere thatwelcomes and respects allindividualsandpromotes safetyin accordance withYMCA policies and procedures.Builds positive relationships with members and program participantsthrough effectivelistening and verbal skillsandcreatively finds waysto connect them to one anotherand the Y community. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintainsconstantactivesurveillance of the pool areaand patrons in the facility Knowsandreviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situationsimmediatelyto secure safety of patronsin accordance withYMCA policiesandprocedures Provides emergency care and treatment asrequireduntil the arrival of emergency medical services Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies,and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area Maintainsaccuraterecords as required by the YMCA and/or the statehealth departmentcode Presents professional appearance and attitude at all timesandmaintainshigh standard of customer service Attendsall staff meetings andin-servicetraining Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum age of16 Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid for Professional Rescuer Certifications Ability to work independently andpossessenergy and enthusiasm Ability to positively interact with thegeneral public WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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. Physically perform all skills requiredofa lifeguard. Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness. See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr