Opening Lifeguard

Lifeguard Position** Looking for applicants with early morning (4:45 AM – 12 PM) availability **YMCA will provide trainingPosition is extended, upon successful completion of ELLIS Lifeguarding courseJOB SUMMARYProgram ResponsibilitiesArrive on deck, in uniform, ready to open pool promptly at scheduled time.Smile and greet members courteouslyAssist in planning, organizing and implementing a full composition of aquatic special events to include but not be limited to lap swim incentives and water walking incentivesMonitor lap swimmers and designate fast or slow lanes when required.Explain class and pool procedure to program participants, enforcing all posted pool rules.Provide friendly courteous service to all members, clients and volunteers of the YMCA.Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor on appropriate forms.Wear appropriate lifeguard attire as requested by supervisor.Attend all staff meetings scheduled by supervisor.Secure ALL pool doors at the end of your shift unless properly relieved by another certified staff memberCommunicate to all program participants and all members all program and membership promotions.Specific Availability Requirement: Weekday availability between for scheduled shifts between 4:45 AM – 12 PMEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/Physical Requirements (Minimum Mandatory)Minimum 16 years oldCurrent Ellis Lifeguard certification and current certifications in CPR, First Aid, AED and O2Maintains "Test Ready" StandardsMust be able to perform all physical tasks of a Lifeguard. Includes lifting adult from pool onto pool deck.Complete program specific and employee orientation training by required timeline.Position is extended, upon successful completion of ELLIS Lifeguarding course