Lifeguard - Portland Maine

YMCA of Southern Maine • Portland, ME

10h • $17 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the Lifeguard is charged with effectively and safely supervising the pool environment to prevent drowning and injuries by providing safety instructions, recognizing and responding to emergencies, and rendering CPR and first aid in accordance with the policies established by the YMCA. This is an evergreen role, meaning we are always accepting applications for this position due to ongoing hiring needs. The role is compensated at $17.00 an hour with a +$2.00 hour shift differential for Saturday and Sunday shifts.

Requirements

• 16 years of age or older.
• Current YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and Basic First Aid.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel locally.
• A criminal background check is required and may include fingerprinting through the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), prior to hire. This will be paid for by the YMCA of Southern Maine.
• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• NO EXPERIENCE? NO PROBLEM! Free Lifeguard Certification offered when you commit to working at the YMCA of Southern Maine for a minimum of 12 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Maintains rescue readiness at all times. Is in uniform holding a rescue tube with its strap across chest, wearing sun protection and sunglasses (if outside), and carrying a whistle, a pocket mask and gloves. Practices skills frequently to ensure readiness and confidence to render effective aid when necessary.
• Always positions to protect entire assigned zone of responsibility. Positions in an elevated chair or platform, or stands or patrols at the edge of the pool so that all parts of the assigned zone, including the bottom of the pool are visible. Moves to change position when any area of assigned zone is not visible due to glare or obstruction. Performs a thorough check of assigned zone before taking position and after being relieved to make sure the bottom of the pool is clear.
• Is singularly focused and is never distracted by personal or secondary activities. This includes texting, talking on a cell phone, reading, eating, conversing unnecessarily, moving lane lines, conducting water quality checks or cleaning up the deck while on scanning duty. Does not bring any personal items other than water and sun protection (when necessary) while on active duty.
• Aggressively scans entire area of responsibility. Is constantly vigilant to all patrons and to all activity on and below the water’s surface, on the pool bottom and on the pool deck.
• Constantly enforces non-swimmer protection & other safety rules. Identifies children marked as non-swimmers or children who have not yet been marked and makes sure that all are in shallow water and are protected. Takes immediate corrective action when swimmers, even experienced swimmers, break rules or engage in risky behavior. If warnings are not heeded, notifies manager or other senior member of staff immediately.
• Clears the pool if the pool is unsafe. If for any reason, the above five core functions cannot be fulfilled or if the pool is otherwise unsafe, the lifeguard is expected to blow his or her whistle and clear the pool until the problem can be corrected.
• Performs “off scan” duties as assigned, following guidelines set forth by manager. Example of “off scan” duties include but are not limited to, performs water chemistry tests as required, correctly documents and takes appropriate action based on test results.
• Is an advocate to the Y by promoting our cause. Assists with the annual campaign by increasing awareness about the campaign within the Y community.
• Adheres to all Y Brand guidelines and receives prior approval for use and creation of any Y related social media from the Marketing department.
• Learn and actively utilize Employee Portal on a consistent basis.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Free personal membership
• Earned Paid Leave
• Generous program discounts
• Meaningful assistance programs like mentoring and retirement (403(b) and Y Retirement when eligible)
• Training, certification and advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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