Aquatics - Lifeguard

YMCA Metro Washington•Alexandria, VA

About The Position

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility: Protects the safety of all swimmers by preventing accidents and by responding to an emergency quickly and efficiently to minimize the danger to those involved

Requirements

Must be 16 years of age
Blood Borne Pathogens
Right to Know
Facility Orientation/Aquatic Policy
Emergency Procedures
Preventing Child Abuse
Backboard Training
Adult, child, and infant CPR
Current lifeguard certification
Must obtain YMCA certification within the first year of employment
Must have the physical ability to meet all prerequisites for YMCA Lifeguarding
Must be able to lift and move around objects of 40 pounds or more
Swim 500 yards
Tread water for two minutes. (Legs only)
Retrieve training victim from bottom deep end
Active victim rescue with tube
Passive victim rescue with tube
Backboard victim
Ability to see and hear participants in distress or asking for assistance

Responsibilities

Reports to work on time, in uniform, and is ready to work when the shift starts
Ensures that all appropriate equipment is available
Checks area for hazardous conditions at the beginning of shift
Knows and practices the proper emergency procedures
Enforces the rules; explaining the reasons behind the rules, as well as the danger infractions present. Reports persistent problems to the supervisor
Keeps members/participants from congregating on walk areas that may present safety issues; not tolerating recklessness or rough play
Makes neat and clear entries in required logs
Outdoor pools – clears all swimmers during electrical storms
Performs secondary duties and provide information to deepen the member’s knowledge of the Y and program offerings
Greets each member with a warm smile
Enforces aquatics rules with respect and care
Offers aquatics knowledge to enhance member experience
Is prepared and attentive to my surroundings
Ensures that the aquatics area an all equipment are clean and in proper working condition
Welcomes all program participants within their first two weeks of class
Is an “aquatics ambassador” that enhances the member experience