Lifeguard

This position is responsible for direct supervision, control and safety of participants during recreational, fitness, and instructional swimming. Must be at least 16 years old. Upon hire, Professional Rescue CPR or Basic Life Support, First Aid, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Oxygen Administration (O2) certification required.

What You Will Do

Provides direct supervision and maintains high safety standard during recreational, fitness, and instructional swims. Role model all aspects of SMART pledge. Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must possess effective communication and human relations skills. Must pass a swim and skills test annually. Must show maturity and have the ability to relate to children and adults from all social/economic segments of the community.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Professional Rescue CPR or Basic Life Support, First Aid, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Oxygen Administration (O2) certification required
• Certified Pool Operator, Life Guard Trainer and Get SMART preferred
• Current life guarding certification (Red Cross accepted, must cross-over to YMCA within 90 days or first available training)
• Broad overview of the YMCA as it operates as a local, national, and international movement preferred