Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Louisville•New Albany, IN

5d•$13 - $13•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard supervises daily pool activities and maintains a safe pool atmosphere through proactive communication and accident prevention. The role provides a positive example for members and helps create a character-developing environment. The YMCA of Greater Louisville describes its work as strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years old.
Be people-centered and service-oriented.
Demonstrate a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature consistent with the YMCA mission.
Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Complete required abuse risk management training.
Adhere to policies and procedures for managing high-risk activities and appropriate supervision boundaries.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations to a supervisor and follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Pass the lifeguard water test.
Remain alert and tolerate heat and humidity for extended periods.
Be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
Have adequate hearing to detect noises and distinguish distress signals.
Be able to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.
Be able to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
Be able to communicate verbally and project the voice across a distance in normal and loud situations.

Nice To Haves

Current lifeguard certification.
Board of Health certification.
Previous lifeguard and/or swim instructor experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area.
Know and review emergency procedures, and respond immediately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Complete related reports as required.
Maintain effective relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
Maintain accurate records required by the YMCA and/or state Health Department code.
Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed.
Check the pool for hazardous conditions upon arrival.
Perform chemical testing when requested.
Attend required staff meetings and training.
Complete required abuse risk management training.
Follow policies and procedures for managing high-risk activities and maintaining appropriate supervision boundaries.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations to a supervisor.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements to authorities.