Opening Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Louisville•Buckner, KY

5d•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Opening Lifeguard supervises daily pool activities, communicates proactively, and maintains a safe pool atmosphere while preventing accidents. The role provides a positive example for members and helps create a character-developing environment. The position is part-time and is based at the Oldham County Family YMCA in Buckner, Kentucky, for the opening shift. The stated starting pay is $15.00 per hour.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years old.
Be people-centered and service-oriented.
Demonstrate behaviors that reflect a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature, and uphold the YMCA mission.
Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Complete the required abuse risk management training.
Be able to pass the lifeguard water test.
Remain alert and tolerate heat and humidity for extended periods.
Be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
Have adequate hearing to detect noises and distinguish distress signals.
Be able to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.
Be able to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
Be able to communicate verbally and project the voice across distances 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 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 maintaining appropriate supervision boundaries.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behavior and policy violations to a supervisor.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements to authorities.