Lifeguard

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN LOS ANGELES•Los Angeles, CA

12d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and in surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Lifeguards under age 18 must always work alongside an on-duty lifeguard over age 18.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Current YMCA Lifeguarding certification, or certification from American Safety & Health Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association; BLS for the Professional Rescuer; Standard/Community First Aid; and Emergency Oxygen Administration.
Ability to maintain required certifications and demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to complete the listed swimming, water-rescue, CPR, and physical assessment tasks, including sustained scanning and alertness, communicating clearly during emergencies, and performing strenuous rescue tasks.
Lifeguards under age 18 must work alongside an on-duty lifeguard over age 18.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of lifeguard experience preferred.
A candidate without the required certifications may be hired provisionally if they register for a YMCA Lifeguard V6 course within 30 days of hire, participate in an interview, and pass the pre-employment skills assessment. Lifeguarding shifts may be scheduled only after certifications are obtained and approved in SafetyZone.
American Red Cross-certified lifeguards must obtain YMCA Lifeguarding Certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide continuous, uninterrupted scanning of the pool and aquatic area.
Follow the Minimum Standards of Safety for Aquatic Activities 7.301 and consistently enforce pool and aquatic-area safety rules, policies, and guidelines.
Check equipment and ensure appropriate equipment is available.
Use problem-solving skills to make quick decisions, instruct, evaluate, supervise, and recognize potential danger or injury.
Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
Review emergency procedures and respond immediately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Complete required reports and maintain accurate records required by the YMCA and/or state Health Department code.
Identify ways to improve safety standards and continuously monitor the aquatic area for hazards or unsafe conditions; promptly report them to management and take appropriate action.
Successfully complete periodic aquatic safety assessments and perform required rescue, resuscitation, and survival skills.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and fellow staff.
Develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.