Lifeguard - West Park YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • Cleveland, OH

11d • $12 - $13

About The Position

The Lifeguard creates a safe, positive, and welcoming atmosphere for 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 values and helps provide quality, safe, and healthy community programs and services.

The Lifeguard monitors the aquatic environment, maintains and documents water conditions, keeps the pool area and equipment clean and orderly, responds to safety concerns, records incidents, and follows YMCA safety and personnel policies. Employees attend monthly in-service training, support association events and fundraising activities, and follow the required child abuse and neglect reporting process. CPR, First Aid, and safety training must be completed within 30 days of hire; candidates must hold a YMCA Lifeguard certification or a valid Red Cross Lifeguard certification and complete YMCA Crossover within 90 days of employment.

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 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 and cause and ability to uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to serve as a mandated reporter of signs or suspicion of child abuse or neglect and follow the required reporting process.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience is helpful but not required.
• WSI certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and other required YMCA certifications from a recognized certifying organization.
• Report to scheduled shifts on time, in uniform, with appropriate clothing, safety equipment, and supplies.
• Ensure the safety of all participants in the aquatics area throughout operating hours.
• Follow Bloodborne Pathogen standards and complete annual training.
• Promptly notify a supervisor of faulty equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Document incidents occurring during shifts and notify a supervisor.
• Interact visibly and positively with members, volunteers, and staff while maintaining a safe aquatic environment.
• Test and document water as required by city, county, state, and federal health requirements.
• 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 trainings and certifications required for the position.
• Attend monthly in-service training and provide work availability to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Monitor chlorine and pH levels and record water temperature hourly.
• Frequently sanitize rescue and member-used equipment and assigned areas as directed by the employer and supervisor.
• Follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process, including completing the Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids), and notifying the immediate supervisor, Branch Executive, Risk Management, and Human Resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Free membership to a local YMCA.
• Discounts on YMCA programs, including childcare; part-time employees do not receive the childcare discount.
• Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town.
• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits plan, including health, dental, vision, an Employee Assistance Plan, retirement paid at 8% by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, and paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

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