Lifeguard-South County

YMCA of Greater St Louis - Saint Louis, MO

- Entry Level

Saint Louis, MO

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About the position

The position involves maintaining active surveillance of the pool area, ensuring the safety and well-being of all patrons. The lifeguard must know and review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the 'safe-in-six' model. This includes completing related reports as required. The lifeguard is expected to respond to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner and must consistently apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Remaining calm and objective under pressure is essential, as is maintaining accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state health department code. The lifeguard will perform equipment checks, ensure appropriate equipment is available, check the pool for hazardous conditions upon arrival, and conduct chemical testing when not guarding, taking appropriate action as necessary.

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, and the 'safe-in-six' model; completes related reports as required.
• Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state health department code.
• 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.

Requirements

• Must be a certified lifeguard
• Must be at least 15 years of age
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Retirement fund of 11% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month period.
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
• Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide
• Discounts on YMCA programs
• Discounts on YMCA Childcare