Lifeguard

MID-WILLAMETTE FAMILY YMCA INC•Albany, OR

13d•$16 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. This position creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. The Lifeguard 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

Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, lifeguard, and waterpark certifications.
SAFE school videos training within 30 days of hire date.
Ability to maintain certification-level, physical and mental readiness.
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Understand and be committed to the YMCA mission and character development.

Responsibilities

Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures at all times.
Serve as a role model to all staff, members, and guests by personally demonstrating the YMCA mission and core values at all times.
Ensure a level of service and engagement that builds relationships and fosters loyalty among those we serve.
Effectively maintain active surveillance of the pool area; ensuring all patrons are safe.
Know and review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the Emergency Action Plan; complete related reports as required.
Know, understand, and consistently enforce safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed.
Clean the aquatic facility when lifeguard to patron ratio is safe.
Check the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
Attend all monthly In-service trainings.
Put in vacation requests two weeks prior to taking time off as per the vacation policy.
Give a 2 week notice before resigning from this position.
Attend all required All Staff Meetings.
Complete all other duties as assigned by supervisor.