Opening Lifeguard
YMCA of Greater Louisville•New Albany, IN
•$15 - $15•Onsite
About The Position
The Opening Lifeguard supervises daily pool activities and proactively communicates to maintain a safe pool atmosphere and prevent accidents. The position provides a positive role model for members and helps create 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.
- Complete required abuse risk management training.
- 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, including projecting one's voice across a distance in normal and loud situations.
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 according to 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 staff meetings and training as required.
- Adhere to policies and procedures for managing high-risk activities and maintaining appropriate supervisory boundaries.
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations to a supervisor.
- Follow mandated abuse-reporting requirements to authorities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
