Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Louisville • Louisville, KY

5d • $13 - $13 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard supervises daily pool activities and helps maintain a safe pool atmosphere through proactive communication and accident prevention. The role also serves as a positive role model for members and supports a character-developing environment. The YMCA of Greater Louisville describes its work as strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 16.
• People-centered and service-oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to pass the lifeguard water test.
• Ability to remain alert and tolerate heat and humidity for extended periods.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Adequate hearing to detect noises and distinguish distress signals.
• Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
• Ability to communicate verbally and project the voice across a distance in normal and loud situations.
• Uphold the YMCA mission and demonstrate determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming behaviors.

Nice To Haves

• Current lifeguard certification.
• Board of Health certification.
• Previous lifeguard and/or swim instructor experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area.
• Know and review emergency procedures, and respond immediately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
• Complete related reports as required.
• Maintain effective relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
• Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Maintain accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or state Health Department code.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Check the pool for hazardous conditions upon arrival.
• Perform chemical testing when requested.
• Attend required staff meetings and training.
• Complete required abuse risk management training.
• Adhere to policies and procedures for managing high-risk activities and appropriate supervisory boundaries.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations to a supervisor.
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements to authorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED