Mid-Day Lifeguard

Old Colony YMCA•Easton, MA

13d

About The Position

The Mid-Day Lifeguard monitors pool activities and supports aquatic programs at the YMCA. The role requires weekday availability, including one of the listed schedules: 8:00 AM–2:00 PM or 11:00 AM–4:00 PM. Paid lifeguard certification training is offered. The position is extended upon successful completion of the ELLIS Lifeguarding course. The lifeguard must arrive on deck in uniform and ready to open the pool at the scheduled time, provide courteous service to members and program participants, enforce pool rules, and complete required reporting and training.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Current Ellis Lifeguard certification.
Current CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certifications.
Maintain “Test Ready” standards.
Ability to perform all physical tasks of a lifeguard, including lifting an adult from the pool onto the pool deck.
Weekday availability, with opening availability required.

Responsibilities

Arrive on deck in uniform and ready to open the pool promptly at the scheduled time.
Greet members courteously.
Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing aquatic special events, including lap-swim and water-walking incentives.
Monitor lap swimmers and designate fast or slow lanes when required.
Explain class and pool procedures to participants and enforce posted pool rules.
Provide friendly, courteous service to YMCA members, clients, and volunteers.
Report all accidents and incidents to a supervisor using the appropriate forms.
Wear lifeguard attire as requested by the supervisor.
Attend staff meetings scheduled by the supervisor.
Secure all pool doors at the end of the shift unless properly relieved by another certified staff member.
Communicate program and membership promotions to program participants and members.
Complete program-specific and employee orientation training within the required timeline.