LIFEGUARD

THE SKAGIT VALLEY FAMILY YMCA • Mount Vernon, WA

40d • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Lifeguard you will superintend the safety of all persons in and around the water and are first responders in all aquatic emergencies. You need to have a keen eye for safety and set the tone for a safe environment for kids and families. You play a key role in ensuring safety standards are met in the water and on the deck, serving as the first responder in emergencies, maintaining safety equipment, and serving on an engaged and dynamic Aquatics team.

Requirements

• Minimum age 15
• Current state approved certifications in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED/O2 and Bloodborne Pathogen Training.
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally in a noisy and stressful environment.
• Must be physically and mentally fit to manage high-stress situations.
• Possess mature judgment and sound decision-making skills.
• Have the ability to be constantly observant and safety conscious.
• Ability to react calmly, quickly, reliably, and decisively in an emergency.
• Must be able to demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards and pass a physical skills test and written exam.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in second language desired/increased wage
• Additional bilingual, premium pay of $1.00 for those who are fluent bilingual Spanish, Triqui, Mixtec, Russian and Ukrainian speakers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe conditions in and around the water.
• Understand and implement basic concepts in water safety and risk management.
• Prevent accidents by maintaining constant, uninterrupted surveillance of the pool area, its patrons, and other lifeguards; enforce health and safety rules; and respond instantly to the safety needs of patrons in an emergency.
• Demonstrate effective and consistent teamwork with all YMCA staff.
• Interact with all members and co-workers equally in a positive and professional manner, including during rule enforcement.

Benefits

• Free YMCA household membership
• 403(b) Saving Account enrollment
• 8 paid federal holidays a year (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• Paid Sick & Vacation Day (accrual begins from day-1, eligible to use after 90-days)
• 2 paid personal days & 1 paid birthday per year
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• 403(b) Retirement Employer Match (after 2 years with 1,000 hours)
• Life insurance, and more! (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed