Lifeguard - Fayetteville YMCA (46476)

YMCA of the Sandhills•Fayetteville, NC

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Lifeguards are responsible for preventing drowning and other injuries from occurring and must be able to ensure the safety of patrons by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors. This role will solve on-the-job issues by utilizing effective critical thinking and decision-making skills, and possess the ability to work with diverse populations. Lifeguards must be able to enforce pool policies and to effectively communicate with and educate members and guests of YMCA Aquatic policies.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16
American Red Cross Lifeguarding (deep water) with CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and First Aid within 30 days of hire.
Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with American Red Cross & YMCA standards
Strong swimming proficiency in freestyle and/or breaststroke, capability to maintain stamina, and assist and/or lift persons in distress of varying weights and sizes
Ability to react to emergency situations with quick movements and strenuous physical activity
Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere within the zone of responsibility
Required to remain alert to dangerous situations while sitting, standing, or walking for various lengths of time
See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility, including monitoring multiple swimmers simultaneously
Ability to work in an indoor aquatic environment, including exposure to humidity and varying indoor temperatures, while maintaining focus and job performance

Responsibilities

Actively scans the water and deck area, enforcing rules, policies, and procedures to prevent injuries and/or drowning.
Provides swim tests in accordance with YMCA standards to patrons and determines safe skill level.
Knows/reviews all emergency procedures according to the facility Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
Recognizes and responds to emergency situations immediately by activating the EAP in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Completes related reports as required.
Provides care to injured patrons, including CPR/AED and First Aid in accordance with training and certification.
Clearly communicates pool rules to guests and educates patrons regarding safe behaviors in and around a water environment.
Utilizes communication systems and updates supervisors in a timely manner.
Possesses the ability to work independently and/or with a team.
Conducts safety and chemical checks, maintains water quality records, responsibility for cleanliness and organization of the pool, deck, and pool room.
Corrects and/or reports safety hazards in accordance with training.
Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
Attends and participates in all required training to maintain rescue skills and physical fitness.
Assists the YMCA operations team with other tasks or duties as assigned to ensure successful YMCA operations.
Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.
Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
Supports fund-raising.
Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Builds rapport and relates well to others.
Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations.
Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings.
Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.
Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process.
Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.
Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.