Aquatics Camp Lifeguard

YMCA Camp Carter is a beautiful 360-acre year-round summer camp located right in the heart of Fort Worth, TX. At camp, we offer 11 weeks of care that runs from Tuesday, May 26th through Friday, August 7th with an exciting variety of camp options to please every kind of camper at every age! Our traditional multi-activity camp provides options like STEM, arts, horseback riding, swimming, boating, fishing, and more! In our shoulder season, we offer Groups & Retreats, Conferences, Events, Equestrian Programs, Outdoor Education Field Trips, Family Camps, Holiday Camps, and much more. Learn more about Camp Carter in this quick video:

As a YMCA Lifeguard, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all pool patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. You will maintain a safe and clean aquatic environment and provide exceptional service to all members and guests

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
2. Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergencies immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the "safe-in-six" model. Completes related reports as required.
3. Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.
4. Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
5. Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
6. Checks the pool, and Lake for hazardous conditions when arriving.
7. Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
8. Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

• Values - Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.
• Decision Making - Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another.
• Quality Results - Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Self-Development - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 16.
• Certifications: YMCA Lifeguard, ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro), Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen, Waterfront, and Water Park.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physically perform all skills required of a 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.