Lifeguard

Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA IN•Ocean Springs, MS

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Builds positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community. Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Requirements

Minimum age of 15.
Current Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification.
Child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with the YMCA standards.
YMCA Leader Certification within 6 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

Enforce pool rules, regulations, and follow protocols set out in the Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA Aquatic Policy and Procedure Manual.
Provide consistent surveillance of the pool area using the 10:20 rule of scanning.
Prevent non-swimmers from entering deep water or moving into a high-risk area.
Communicate effectively with others immediately when responding to an emergency.
Maintain the 1:25 ratio of guard to patron policy.
Wear proper uniform including YMCA T-shirt, shorts, swimsuit, rescue tube, whistle, and breathing mask.
Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Completes related incident reports as required.
Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.
Positively communicate information to members on other YMCA programs.
Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
Attends all staff meetings and training as required.
Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA.
Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
Completes the Pool Opening and Closing Checklist whenever on duty.
Performs chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and takes appropriate action.
Maintains cleanliness of the facility including pool, grounds, equipment/guard room, concessions and bathrooms.
Arrive to work at least 15 minutes before scheduled shift.
If unable to work scheduled shift, find a sub and notify Aquatics Director in advance of scheduled shift.
Routinely checks pool and rescue equipment and promptly reports any problems.
Sets up and stores equipment for recreational swim, group classes or pool parties.
Create a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and professional, alert, courteous, and always tactful.
Perform other duties as required.