LIFEGUARD

YMCA of Columbia Willamette•Vancouver, WA

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About The Position

The YMCA is hiring a Lifeguard to help keep pool participants safe and respond to emergencies. Lifeguards act as first responders, perform rescues in and around the pool, maintain their skills through in-service training and drills, educate members and guests about pool rules and safety, serve as positive role models for youth, and uphold YMCA policies and standards. The stated time of day needed is 12:00–4:00. The position offers flexible part-time hours of up to 30 hours per week based on availability. Certification and training are available for candidates who are not currently certified.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years old.
Possess a current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, or obtain one within 30 days.
Possess current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, or obtain them within 30 days.
Pass a written and physical assessment before beginning duty.
Have the visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in emergencies.
Be able to observe participant activities adequately, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures.
For the Red Cross Lifeguard prerequisite skills: swim 150 yards using freestyle or breaststroke while demonstrating endurance and breath control, tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs, then swim an additional 50 yards without stopping.
For the Red Cross Lifeguard prerequisite skills: complete a brick rescue within 1 minute 40 seconds, including swimming 20 yards without goggles, diving 7–10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object, returning on the back while holding the brick with both hands, and exiting without a ladder or steps.