Lifeguard

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN LOS ANGELES•Gardena, 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. The position involves continuously scanning the aquatic area, enforcing safety rules, checking equipment, responding to emergencies, maintaining records, and helping identify and address hazards. Lifeguards must demonstrate the physical and aquatic skills needed for water rescues and resuscitation, remain alert for extended periods, and communicate effectively with members, staff, and emergency personnel. Staff meetings and trainings are required. Lifeguards under age 18 must work alongside an on-duty lifeguard over age 18.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Current YMCA Lifeguarding certification, or American Safety & Health Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association BLS for the Professional Rescuer certification; Standard/Community First Aid certification; and Emergency Oxygen Administration certification.
A candidate may be hired before obtaining the required certifications if they will register for a YMCA Lifeguard V6 course within 30 days of hire, have participated in an interview, and passed 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.
Ability to maintain required certifications and demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Ability to perform the physical, visual, and auditory functions essential to the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to perform specified swimming and rescue skills, including treading water, swimming prescribed strokes and distances, surface-diving, retrieving and replacing a dive ring, exiting the pool, and performing CPR on an adult manikin.
Ability to sit for extended periods in an elevated chair and remain alert and focused for extended periods, including under high heat and humidity.
Ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals amid significant background noise in indoor and outdoor aquatic environments.
Ability to continuously scan pool areas with clear vision and perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for water rescue.
Ability to act swiftly during emergencies, including when uncertain whether someone is in danger.
For lifeguards under age 18: must always work alongside an on-duty lifeguard over age 18.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of lifeguard experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide continuous, uninterrupted scanning of the pool and aquatic area.
Follow Minimum Standards of Safety for Aquatic Activities 7.301 and consistently enforce pool and aquatic-area safety rules, policies, and guidelines.
Perform equipment checks 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 related 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 hazardous or unsafe conditions.
Immediately report hazardous or unsafe conditions to management and take appropriate action.
Successfully complete and pass periodic aquatic safety assessments.
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.
Demonstrate competencies and willingness to develop in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Perform required swimming, diving, water-rescue, CPR, and survival skills, including the skills specified in the posting.
Remain alert and focused on the full zone of responsibility for extended periods, including in high heat and humidity.
Move safely to various locations, including entering and exiting an elevated chair, while scanning the zone of responsibility.
Communicate promptly and clearly during incidents and emergencies, including projecting one's voice and giving and receiving directions.