Job Description
Description Position Summary: (Please note this is training salary for Lifeguards. All your required training is paid by the Y and once you have passed the LG course you will be promoted to Lifeguard salary, with a wage range of $18.92-$21.40) Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Create a safe, positive and inclusive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures. Job Duties/Responsibilities Maintain constant safety awareness of the pool area Know, review, and follow all emergency procedures and assist in emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures, complete related reports as required Develop and maintain positive effective relationships with all including our diverse members, participants and other staff Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool/aquatic area Assist in performance of equipment checks to ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed Check the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving Assist in performing chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and take appropriate action Actively prevent and address suspected abuse Must be able to remain alert with no lapses in attentiveness Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods, able to move about including in/out of elevated chair Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum age 16 Ability to pass lifeguard