Lifeguard - Hillcrest YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland•Lyndhurst, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard creates a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all individuals and promotes and maintains a safe swimming environment in the pool, on the deck, and in surrounding areas, following YMCA policies and procedures. The role includes monitoring participants and the aquatic environment, maintaining and documenting water quality, keeping equipment and the pool area safe and orderly, and responding to emergencies. Lifeguards also complete required training, attend monthly in-service sessions, support YMCA events and fundraising activities, and follow the organization’s child abuse and neglect reporting process. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
CPR and First Aid certification and safety training are required within 30 days of hire.
Must hold a current YMCA Lifeguard certification, or a valid Red Cross Lifeguard certification and attend YMCA Crossover within 90 days of employment.
Ability to read, write, and understand written directions.
Demonstrate commitment to the YMCA mission and cause, and uphold its values and ethics.
Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Willingness and ability to serve as a mandated reporter for signs or suspicions of child abuse and neglect.
Ability to perform frequent sitting, standing, swimming, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, bending, and/or instructing for the duration of a shift.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Close and distance vision, and ability to adjust vision.
Physical ability to rescue an individual from water.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience is helpful but not required.
Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety of all participants in the aquatic area during all hours of operation.
Report to work on time, in uniform, with appropriate clothing, supplies, and safety equipment.
Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and other required YMCA certifications, and complete required trainings.
Follow Bloodborne Pathogen standards and complete annual training.
Notify the supervisor promptly about faulty equipment or unsafe conditions.
Document incidents occurring during a shift and notify the supervisor.
Interact with members, volunteers, and staff in a positive and friendly manner while maintaining a safe aquatic environment.
Test and document water as required by city, county, state, and federal health requirements.
Keep the pool area free of clutter and accessible so it does not impede emergency response.
Follow established policies and procedures, including safety practices and personnel policies.
Participate in and support association events and fundraising activities.
Attend monthly in-service training and provide work availability to the supervisor in a timely manner.
Monitor and track chlorine levels, pH levels, and water temperature hourly.
Regularly sanitize rescue equipment, member-used equipment, and assigned areas as directed by the employer and supervisor.
Follow the YMCA child abuse and neglect reporting process, including completing the reporting form, contacting children protective services (696-Kids), and notifying the specified YMCA personnel.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.