Senior Lifeguard - FT

YMCA Twin Cities•Minneapolis, MN

56d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

The Minneapolis Blaisdell YMCA is seeking an experienced Certified Lifeguard age 18+ for a full time Senior Lifeguard (Lifeguard II) position. Afternoon and evening availabilty desired. Excellent benefits package, free Y membership and program discounts, growth opportunity and more with this fun role at the Y! This position is based at the Blaisdell YMCA. The wage for this position starts at $17.50 hourly. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of other benefits and earned time off that vary depending on part-time or full-time status. The Lifeguard II is responsible for supervising the aquatics area to prevent accidents, assist swimmers, and respond to emergencies at the Blaisdell YMCA. The incumbent will create a safe, enjoyable, and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and satisfaction in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures. The Lifeguard II will oversee multiple activities including but not limited to open swim, water exercise, swim lessons, and lap swimming at the Blaisdell YMCA.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18.
Current nationally accredited lifeguard certification (applicable for body of water being guarded).
Current BLS/CPR + AED for the Professional Rescuer annually, First Aid certifications and Oxygen Certification
Current Lifeguard Supervisor certification through a training agency/facility whose program meets the requirements of the Model Aquatics Health Code.
Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
Effective verbal communication skill to team members and participants.
Detect noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere in the zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodations.
See and observe all sections of an assigned zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Demonstrated ability to recognize swimmers in need of assistance.
Demonstrated ability to recognize, respond and remedy unsafe situations.
Ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers
Ability to work with diverse populations and ages.
Dedicated to member safety and the mission and philosophy of the YMCA
Ability to pass lifeguard water test.
Must be able to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness in a warm environment with air temperatures of 80 degrees or higher.
Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
Ability to perceive, identify and respond to signs of distress.
Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.
Observe all areas of the pool with clear vision.
Perform all needed rescues and survival skills.
Be able to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue, including swimming quickly, supporting adult body weight while swimming as far as 50 feet, and removing adult body weight from the pool.
Communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area/body of water, know/review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately.
Provide sight or sound supervision for lifeguards under the age of 18 in aquatic area when necessary.
Provide shift direction to Lifeguard I team members.
Ensure rotations are conducted in accordance with the safety plan.
Assist with new team member on-boarding during lifeguard shift.
Coordinate team member response and patron care during an emergency, including performing first aid when necessary and complete appropriate incident/accident reports.
Know, understand, and consistently communicate policies and guidelines for the pool, body of water and whirlpool.
Identify any health and safety hazards and communicate to team members and management to resolve or otherwise avoid the hazard.
Attend monthly in-service trainings.