Opening Lifeguard

Old Colony YMCA•Taunton, MA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA is seeking applicants for an Opening Lifeguard position. This role requires early morning availability, specifically weekdays between 4:45 AM and 12 PM. The YMCA will provide training, and the position is extended upon successful completion of the ELLIS Lifeguarding course.

Requirements

Weekday availability between for scheduled shifts between 4:45 AM – 12 PM
Minimum 16 years old
Current Ellis Lifeguard certification and current certifications in CPR, First Aid, AED and O2
Maintains "Test Ready" Standards
Must be able to perform all physical tasks of a Lifeguard. Includes lifting adult from pool onto pool deck.
Complete program specific and employee orientation training by required timeline.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of ELLIS Lifeguarding course

Responsibilities

Arrive on deck, in uniform, ready to open pool promptly at scheduled time.
Smile and greet members courteously.
Assist in planning, organizing and implementing a full composition of aquatic special events to include but not be limited to lap swim incentives and water walking incentives.
Monitor lap swimmers and designate fast or slow lanes when required.
Explain class and pool procedure to program participants, enforcing all posted pool rules.
Provide friendly courteous service to all members, clients and volunteers of the YMCA.
Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor on appropriate forms.
Wear appropriate lifeguard attire as requested by supervisor.
Attend all staff meetings scheduled by supervisor.
Secure ALL pool doors at the end of your shift unless properly relieved by another certified staff member.
Communicate to all program participants and all members all program and membership promotions.