Lifeguard / Group Swim Instructor

Eugene Family Ymca • Eugene, OR

4d

About The Position

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Builds positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 15
• Required Current Certifications: Professional Rescuer CPR/AED, First Aid
• Current Red Cross Lifeguard or YMCA Lifeguard certification or equivalent
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with Eugene Family YMCA standards

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures; completes related reports as required
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic areas
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving
• Identifies and celebrates the successes of members and program participants
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; encourages parent or caregiver involvement
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs
• Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports)
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, completes incident and accident reports as necessary
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment, reports damaged equipment
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned
• Complete all required trainings as assigned by supervisor, by scheduled due date
• If required to drive while on duty (either your own vehicle or a Y-owned vehicle), must maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license, a DMV driving record that meets YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout entire term of employment
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Employee Benefits & Discounts
• The Eugene Family YMCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
• The Eugene Family YMCA is committed to creating an environment of mutual recognition where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees