Lifeguard

Job DescriptionJob Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Swim Director or other assigned associate, Lifeguard 1 is responsible for the safety, cleanliness, and operation of the swimming pool during operating hours.  The primary function of the Lifeguard 1 will be to safeguard the health and safety of members, class participants, and guests; and enforce guidelines and safety policies.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

●      Reports to work in uniform a minimum of ten minutes prior to assigned shift in order to receive communications and instructions from supervisor or previous lifeguard. 

●      Attend regular in-service training.

●      Responsible for safety of all swimmers during shift and for the interpretation and enforcement of all pool rules.

●      Responsible for chemical reading of pool conditions according to bathing code.  Adjusts pool as necessary.

●      Responsible for the upkeep of the pool area and equipment and notifying the supervisor of any needed repairs or adjustments.  May perform needed repairs as qualified

●      Prepares the program/service area with necessary equipment and returns all equipment to proper storage.

●      Actively engages, orients and assists all participants when not actively guarding.

●      Focus on quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and activities

●      Promotes a professional image and maintains a clean and safe environment at all times.

●      Ability to work with diverse population, all ages, genders, and sexual orientations

●      Attend and actively participate in all meetings as assigned

●      Incorporate the four character values of the YMCA:  Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility and adhere to the YCM Code of Conduct

●      Communicate the Y mission and objectives to the community.

●      Assist in all other areas as assigned.

 

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Build relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of the team. Effectively creates and manages budgets.

Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Lifeguard 1 will meet the qualifications set forth by the Y in Central Maryland. Associates shall be of good character and reputation; capable of carrying out assigned responsibilities; capable of accepting training and supervision; and capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility.  Minimum qualifications include:

 

●      Current lifeguard certification

●      Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or O2 within 30 days of hire)

●      Successful completion and passing of the Y in Central Maryland  swim test

●      Flexible Schedule, days, nights and weekends

●      Completion of new associate training (including Child Abuse Prevention) before scheduled to work

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Will be required to walk, stand, kneel, stoop, push, and lift up to 50 pounds.
2. While performing duties the employee may occasionally work in the outside weather conditions, and is exposed to wet, cold and /or humid conditions.
3. Must be physically able to work in a hot and humid environment with moderate physical exercise.
4. Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking.
5. Will be exposed to cleaning supplies.
6. Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
7. Must be physically able to successfully complete required certifications.

Pool safety and instructional equipment, some computer skills required

Company DescriptionThe Y is a mission-driven, charitable organization in Central Maryland dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.Company DescriptionThe Y is a mission-driven, charitable organization in Central Maryland dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

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