Lifeguard- Summer Camp

The River Valley Regional YMCA Careers • Mansfield, PA

20h • $11 • Onsite

About The Position

Assist the child care staff in maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool and on the deck for the YMCA children following all YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 16.
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and Pediatric First Aid.
• Compliance with Act 33, to include documentation of Child Abuse History (Form CY-113), Criminal History (Form SP4-164) and FBI fingerprinting.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with UMCA standards.
• Successfully completion mandated reporter training.
• Biennial physical examination and initial TB (Mantoux) Test and freedom from any infectious or communicable disease.
• Ability to work with and relate well to young children and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area focusing on the YMCA children.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six” model.
• Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with childcare staff and children.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.

What This Job Offers

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