Assistant Lifeguard

YMCA of San Diego County • San Diego County, CA

49d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Lifeguard responsible for protecting the safety of members and participants in and around aquatic facilities. Prevents potential accidents by ensuring adherence to policies and program standards of the YMCA of San Diego County. Provide excellent customer service to members and participants. The YMCA offers paid certification training to candidates who have been hired.

Requirements

• Minimum 16 years of age
• Current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (must crossover to YMCA within 6 months)
• Current CPR PRO/AED and must be from one of the following certifying organization: American Red Cross, American Heart Association or American Safety & Health Institute.
• Current First Aid certification (First Aid for Public Safety Personnel within 11 months) and must be from one of the following certifying organization: American Red Cross, American Heart Association or American Safety & Health Institute.
• Current O2 certification and must be from one of the following certifying organization: American Red Cross, American Heart Association or American Safety & Health Institute.
• Must pass written and practical skills exam prior to duty

Responsibilities

• Practice preventative lifeguard techniques at all times to include but not limited to the following: Positioned to have full view of the area of responsibility above and below water surface, Area of responsibility not greater than 180 degrees, Scan area of responsibility every 5 to 10 seconds, Must have contact with victim within 10 seconds, Remain within 2 feet of the pool at all times
• Perform appropriate rescues
• Report any hazards or problems to Director immediately
• Educates participants regarding rules and regulations of pool area
• Participate in scheduled and random lifeguard drills
• Administer First Aid and/or CPR as necessary
• Ability to work effectively with others in alignment with the YMCA 4 Core Values
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents, and the physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
• Ability to adequately observe participant’s activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned needs to be included to all roles

Benefits

• Paid certification training
• Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed