Beach Safety Lifeguard (Part -Time)

LifeguardBounds Family YMCA - Daphne, AL 36526OverviewPosition Type: Part Time Education Level: Not SpecifiedDescriptionPosition Summary:Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.Maintains active surveillance of the pool area. Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures and the "safe-in-six" model. Knows, understands and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.Cleans pool, sauna and hot tub as directed.Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Child Abuse Prevention Verbiage:Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.Attend required abuse risk management training.Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.Attend required abuse risk management training.Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and signed out, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.Current YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent.Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.Physical Demands: able to rescue distressed swimmersHear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.