Part-Time Pool Lifeguard

Lifeguard PositionA Career with a Cause: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The Y strengthens the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus; youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility and our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We are committed to this cause because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values.We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.Under the supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, the Lifeguard is responsible for maintaining the highest level of safety and swimming conditions for all patrons in the pool, deck and surrounding areas; The Lifeguard is responsible for member satisfaction and retention. To achieve patron safety the lifeguard must provide accident prevention through safety checks, rule enforcement, and proper guarding techniques, and emergency management including proper water rescue, CPR, and first aid procedures. The lifeguard must assure safety by constantly monitoring the pool using constant scanning techniques to achieve a 10x10 reaction time.YMCA Aquatic Department Quality Service Theme: We make a positive difference in people's lives by providing a quality aquatic experience for all.Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:Follow NYS Health Department Bather Code:Never leave the pool unattended.Never perform personal functions while on duty: phone calls, writing, reading, swimming talking to friends, over talking with other guards, sleeping, etc. At any time there is no one in the pool, clean the pool environment or straighten up the equipment.Maintain current certifications and a proper level of physical fitness.Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck and surrounding areas. Prevents accidents by maintaining constant observation of the pool area, enforcing health and safety rules, and maintaining emergency readiness.Respond to incidents, accidents and emergencies appropriately, in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures and in a calm and professional manner.Follow pool rules on and off duty.Administer proper first aid in accordance with training and facility procedures.Wear a uniform consisting of: staff shirt, one piece bathing suit, whistle, fanny pack, staff ID, pocket mask, and rescue tube and have rescue equipment on and ready for rescue at all times.Dispose of all materials (trash, hair, etc.) found on the pool floor.Keep the pool deck clear of toys (barbells, noodles, etc.).Arrive on deck 15 minutes before your shift.Record and report any faulty equipment and/or lapse in maintenance to Aquatic management. Report emergency maintenance needs immediately to Aquatic management.Be familiar with all information and answer questions about programs, schedules, policies or direct patrons to Aquatic management.Depending on the pool, prepare pool for incoming programs.Record all incidents and accidents immediately after situation has been resolved and you will not be distracted from guarding the pool (report emergencies immediately to Aquatic management).Record the number of members using the pool on the member usage or daily attendance sheets.Properly test and record chlorine in pool at the appropriate time.If applicable, turn in all Open shift reports, End of shift reports and shift change reports.Help other staff out by sub hours for them if available.Cover all shifts. When unable to cover a shift, an approved substitute must be found.Education and Experience:Must hold and maintain current lifeguard certification.Must become a YMCA Certified Lifeguard within six months of hire date.Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.Able to work flexible schedules.Trainings & Certifications:Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment to position.Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.Must complete Darkness to Light and Listen First Training within the first 90-days of employment.Builds Community: Understands and embraces the role of volunteers; helps members and participants make connections to others and to the YMCA; practices effective relationship-building techniques; Provides a Quality Experience for Members, Participants, Internal Customer and Other: Possesses the ability to deliver outstanding experiences for members, participants, internal customers and others; responds to concerns and complaints in a way that makes each person feel valued; looks for better ways to serve in involve members, participants, internal customers and others.follows standards, policies and procedures; Uses Effective Personal Behaviors/Communicates Effectively: Hear noises and distress signals in an aquatic environment, including in water