Lifeguard

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and in surrounding areas. The role creates a safe, positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Lifeguards provide continuous surveillance of the aquatic area, enforce safety requirements, maintain equipment readiness, and respond immediately to emergencies. They also build positive relationships with members, participants, and staff; complete required reports and records; identify and report hazards; and participate in safety assessments, staff meetings, and trainings. The position requires the physical and swimming abilities needed to perform rescues and related safety tasks, as well as the ability to remain alert while monitoring the assigned area.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Current YMCA Lifeguarding certification, or American Safety & Health Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association BLS for the Professional Rescuer certification; Standard/Community First Aid certification; and Emergency Oxygen Administration certification. A provisional exception allows hiring before these certifications are obtained if the candidate is registered for a YMCA Lifeguard V6 course within 30 days of hire, has participated in an interview, and has passed the pre-employment skills assessment. Lifeguarding shifts may be scheduled only after certifications are obtained and approved in SafetyZone.
American Red Cross-certified lifeguards must obtain YMCA Lifeguarding Certification within 90 days of hire.
Ability to maintain required certifications and demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Ability to perform the physical, visual, and auditory functions essential to the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to remain alert and focused while monitoring the assigned area for extended periods, including in high heat and humidity.
Ability to continuously scan the pool with clear vision and hear and distinguish distress signals amid aquatic-area background noise.
Ability to communicate clearly and promptly during incidents, including projecting one’s voice, communicating with emergency personnel, and giving and receiving directions.
Ability to perform strenuous tasks required for water rescues and demonstrate the listed swimming, diving, treading, CPR, and self-extraction skills.
Lifeguards under age 18 must work alongside an on-duty Lifeguard over age 18.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of lifeguard experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide continuous, uninterrupted scanning of the pool and aquatic area.
Follow the Minimum Standards of Safety for Aquatic Activities and consistently enforce pool and aquatic-area safety rules, policies, and guidelines.
Check equipment and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed.
Use sound judgment to make quick decisions, instruct, evaluate, supervise, and recognize potential danger or injury.
Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
Review emergency procedures and respond immediately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Complete required reports and maintain accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or state Health Department code.
Identify opportunities to improve safety standards and continuously monitor the aquatic area for hazards or unsafe conditions.
Immediately report hazards or unsafe conditions to management and take appropriate action.
Successfully complete periodic aquatic safety assessments.
Maintain the required swimming, rescue, resuscitation, and survival skills and meet the listed physical demands.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Uphold YMCA policies concerning safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and staff.
Develop and demonstrate competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.