Lifeguard - Hillcrest YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • Lyndhurst, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining a safe swimming environment in the pool, on the deck, and in surrounding areas, in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. The role supports the YMCA of Greater Cleveland’s mission and community programs by helping ensure participant safety and providing a friendly, professional presence in the aquatic environment.

The Lifeguard monitors the aquatic area, tests and documents water conditions, maintains and sanitizes equipment and assigned areas, reports unsafe conditions and incidents, and follows established safety, personnel, and child abuse and neglect reporting procedures. The position requires current or timely completion of applicable CPR, First Aid, safety, and lifeguard certifications, as well as participation in monthly in-service training. The employee must be able to perform the physical activities needed to respond to emergencies, including rescuing an individual from water.

Work takes place in a pool environment that may be wet and slippery, with noise levels that are usually moderate to noisy. The role may involve outdoor work and occasional inclement weather.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• CPR and First Aid certification and safety training are required within 30 days of hire.
• Must hold a current YMCA Lifeguard certification, or a valid Red Cross Lifeguard certification and attend YMCA Crossover within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to read, write, and understand written directions.
• Commitment to the YMCA mission, cause, values, and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to act as a mandated reporter for signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect and to follow the required reporting process.
• Ability to perform frequent sitting, standing, swimming, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, bending, and/or instructing for the duration of a shift.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Physical ability to rescue an individual from water.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience is helpful but not required.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all participants in the aquatics area during all hours of operation.
• Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and other required YMCA certifications from a recognized certifying organization.
• Report to scheduled shifts on time, in uniform, and with appropriate safety equipment and supplies.
• Follow bloodborne pathogen standards and complete annual training.
• Notify a supervisor promptly of faulty equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Document incidents that occur during shifts and notify a supervisor.
• Interact visibly with members, volunteers, and staff in a positive and friendly manner while maintaining a safe aquatic environment.
• Test and document pool water as required by city, county, state, and federal health requirements.
• Monitor chlorine and pH levels and record water temperature hourly.
• Keep the pool area free of clutter and accessible for emergency response.
• Follow established policies and procedures, including safety practices and personnel policies.
• Participate in and support association events and fundraising activities.
• Obtain training and certifications required for the position.
• Attend monthly in-service training and provide work availability to a supervisor in a timely manner.
• Regularly sanitize rescue equipment, member-used equipment, and assigned areas as directed by the employer and supervisor.
• Follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process, including completing the reporting form, contacting Children Protective Services, and notifying the appropriate YMCA personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Free membership to a local YMCA.
• Discounts on YMCA programs, including childcare; part-time positions do not receive the childcare discount.
• Additional employee discounts at businesses in and around town.
• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Plan, retirement contributions paid by the YMCA, and paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

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