Role OverviewThe Lifeguard is responsible for guarding the aquatic facility and/or aquatic activities to secure the safety of pool occupants and program participants. Must be available for day time shifts, 5 AM to 3 PM. Our pools are open seven days a week, so staff are required to work at least one full shift a week. Additionally, all team members must be available to work one weekend shift a month to ensure fair coverage.
What You Will Do
Enforces aquatic rules and procedures, keeps deck free of obstructions, maintains supervision of participants, administers necessary First Aid and CPR, handles parent/member complaints, maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion, maintains pool count, maintains pool and deck equipment, checks and records pool temperature/air temperature and chemicals, enforces policies on showers and proper attire, enforces safety standards and follows emergency procedures, ensures State of Michigan’s Department of Health requirements are met.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Must be able to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Employee must be at least sixteen years of age or older. YMCA experience preferred.
Requirements
- High school education
- Up to one month of related experience
- American Red Cross Lifeguard certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for rescue
- First Aid Certification
- AED-Oxygen Certification
- Blood Borne Pathogen training
- State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
- Lifeguard Instructor certification (preferred)
Benefits
- Free YMCA Individual Membership
- Retirement Savings
- Paid Sick Time
- Professional Growth
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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