Lifeguard

Lifeguarding at the YLifeguarding at the Y means keeping people safe while helping them learn skills and connect with each other.The lifeguard is responsible for the safety of all patrons in and around the pool area.Essential functions include:Serving as a role model to members and Y staff and living the mission, vision and values of the YMCA movement.Ensuring safety of all participants by following aquatics best practices.Adhering to and enforcing aquatic rules and procedures consistently and fairly.Maintaining constant surveillance of water and pool deck areas to incumbent's lifeguard certification.Wearing rescue pack and tube at all times while on duty.Attending monthly In-Service trainings.Maintaining cleanliness of pool area when not performing primary duties.Accurately recording and submitting incident reports as required.Adherence to all policies and procedures of the Ann Arbor YMCA.Understanding and following all safety rules and regulations including knowledge of emergency procedures and location of emergency equipment.Reading and responding to all YMCA communications.Our culture is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined for all our staff, members, program participants and volunteers.Make this place your place for building a career with a purpose.Qualifications include:Must be at least 15 years of age.Prior lifeguarding experience preferred.Current Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2 and First Aid certifications is required.Proficiency in swimming and safety skills is required.Must possess a cooperative spirit committed to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to staff, lay leaders, YMCA members, program participants and the general public.Ability to relate with pool patrons in a positive manner.Must be professional, alert, courteous, and tactful.Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all staff and swimmers.Working conditions include:Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively. Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person.Physically able to see, hear, and communicate clearly.Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency