Opening Lifeguard

West Suburban YMCA•Newton, MA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The West Suburban YMCA is immediately hiring for an opening lifeguard for their Wells Avenue location. This individual must be punctual and reliable. The position maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas, creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes camper safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. The YMCA's mission and core values are brought to life by its culture, striving to strengthen communities with purpose and intentionality every day. They are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined. Members are considered the heart of the organization, the reason for its existence, and the most important visitors, deserving respect. Satisfying member's needs and wants are everyone’s first and most important responsibility.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16 years old.
Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent.
Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
Good role model, high integrity and professionalism, and adaptable.
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Committing to support and further our anti-racist work as an organization. Learning about our initiatives, the continuous work that our organization and staff are working on and being able to vocalize with members if needed.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Responsibilities

Maintains active surveillance of the pool area. Be proactive in injury prevention.
Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports (i.e. incident and accident reports) as required in a timely manner.
Must present a professional demeanor in proper uniform.
Active support of our DEIB statement and putting into practice our commitment to equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion. Continue to think about strategies to support diversity goals of the organization.
Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the waterfront and aquatic area. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
Performs regular chemical checks and circulation of pools as needed.
Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving and during shift.
Cleans pool deck area when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.
Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
Willingness to accept responsibilities and duties other than those assigned.