Head Lifeguard

677 W. White Hall Road, State College 16801 $14 - $25 per hour More opportunities with YMCA of Centre County Qualifications Needed At a minimum, a high school level education is required. Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain a certification. Previous experience as a lifeguard. Previous experience teaching swim lessons. Responsibilities Head lifeguard: Supervise lifeguard staff during shift times, including opening and closing procedures. Perform cleaning duties as assigned. Test the pool daily to ensure a safe swimming environment; add chemicals to maintain proper chemistry. Advise the Aquatics Director of any issues. Maintain orderly logbooks in accordance with PA Health Codes. Abide by the PA State Bather’s Code when cleaning up during water contamination incidents. Supervise swimmers and patrons within the aquatic facility. Take actions necessary to prevent injury to patrons and self. Respond and perform lifesaving actions and emergency first aid when needed. Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules; know the reasons behind every rule and convey those reasons in a positive manner to patrons who ask questions. Complete incident reports as needed. Report any problems with patrons or other staff to the Aquatics Director. Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging swimmers to meet course objectives. Create lesson plans including activities that fall within swim lesson program guidelines. Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules and regulations with an extra emphasis on safety. Take attendance using the class roster. Communicate with parents about their child’s progress. Additional Information The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for a full-time Head Lifeguard to be responsible for upholding safety rules, Y policies, accident prevention, and emergency response at YMCA pools. This includes instructing swim lessons and supervising other lifeguard staff. Salary/Benefits $14.00 per hour base rate. $18 per hour for group lessons. $25 per hour for private lessons. Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs. FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities. Employer paid group health insurance. Vision and dental insurance. Generous paid time-off package and paid holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr