Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Erie•Erie, PA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Greater Erie is looking to hire Lifeguards. This position involves maintaining active surveillance of the pool area to ensure the safety of all participants. The lifeguard will build effective, positive relationships with members and participants by ensuring a positive and enriching experience for all involved. The role requires constant alertness, knowledge of emergency procedures, and the ability to respond using the "safe-in-six" model. The lifeguard will act as a role model for youth, provide friendly and patient safety instruction, perform equipment checks, chemical testing, and check the pool for hazardous conditions. Additionally, the lifeguard will be responsible for keeping records up to date and accurate by reporting to their supervisor, and attending and participating in all required training and in-service events.

Requirements

At least 15 years of age
Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen within 60 days of hire date.
Current YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent.
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Required to get Act 33, Act 34 and FBI clearances.
New Employee Orientation- YUSA, Mandated Reporter, and child abuse prevention training within 60 days of hire date
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Patient and able to remain calm when stressed.

Nice To Haves

Personable, energetic, and fun-loving.
Love the water, interacting with youth and seeing them have fun in a safe environment.
Lifeguard Certificate.
People person who especially enjoys being around the pool in a recreational setting.

Responsibilities

Maintain active surveillance of the pool area to ensure the safety of all participants.
Build effective, positive relationships with members and participants.
Ensure a positive and enriching experience for all involved.
Know and review all emergency procedures and respond using the "safe-in-six" model.
Act as a role model for youth at all times.
Give proper safety instruction to participants when around the pool.
Perform equipment checks.
Perform chemical testing as required.
Check the pool for hazardous conditions.
Keep records up to date and accurate by reporting to your supervisor.
Attend and participate in all training and in-service events as required.