Lifeguard

West Suburban YMCA•Newton, MA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The WSYMCA is seeking Lifeguards to join their team at Church St. All shifts are available, including openings, mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. The position requires a minimum of 10 hours a week and up to 28 hours a week, with a starting pay of $15.00 per hour. The Lifeguard maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas, creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes camper safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. The West Suburban YMCA is a charitable organization that welcomes all by creating a community that hires individuals of any age, race, gender, religion, heritage, economic circumstance, or physical ability, focusing on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16 years old.
Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent.
Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
Good role model, high integrity and professionalism, and adaptable.
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

Maintains active surveillance of the pool area. Be proactive in injury prevention.
Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports (i.e. incident and accident reports) as required in a timely manner.
Must present a professional demeanor in proper uniform.
Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the waterfront 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.
Performs regular chemical checks and circulation of pools as needed.
Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving and during shift.
Cleans pool deck area when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
Willingness to accept responsibilities and duties other than those assigned.