Lifeguard 1

7 days ago

Montclair, United States Montclair YMCA Full time
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POSITION SUMMARY:

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

NOTE: YOU MUST BE LIFEGUARD CERTIFIED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION


OUR CULTURE:
At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each and every day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying and meeting our community needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area.
  • Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
  • Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
  • Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
  • Position is identified as safety sensitive and subjected to required, random drug testing as scheduled.
  • 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.
  • Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
  • Performs pool chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and takes appropriate action.
  • Performs all maintenance and cleaning duties as assigned.
  • Attends all staff meetings and training as required.
  • Works collectively with the director to ensure the needs of the department are met.
  • Adheres to all YMCA of Montclair policies, procedures, rules, regulations and best practices, including emergency and safety procedures, and supports the associations’ philanthropy efforts.
  • Position is identified as safety sensitive and subjected to required, random drug testing as scheduled.
  • Assist in all assigned areas and completes all projects and assignments as assigned by supervisor.
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
  • Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants.
  • Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting procedures.


LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

  • Emotional Maturity
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking and Decision Making


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • American Red Cross or YMCA currently certified Lifeguard
  • Lifeguard Certification Required
  • Minimum age of 16.
  • Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification.
  • Current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding
  • Oxygen Administration certification
  • Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
  • Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
  • Complete Bloodborne pathogens course annually
  • Maintain all required certifications (active)


WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to pass lifeguard water test.
  • Must be able to remain alert.
  • Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
  • Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
  • Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.
  • Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
  • Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
  • Ability to work inside and outside (environments include humidity, heat, cold, wet and inclement weather conditions)
  • Must be able to lift and pull 50 pounds


COMPANY BENEFITS:

Benefits include complimentary YMCA membership; accrued PTO; enrollment in the Y’s retirement program (must complete 1000 hours within 2 years of service) with 10% of salary contributed by the Y; a rewarding career with professional growth and advancement opportunities; a challenging and fun work environment with creative and talented individuals.


WORK SCHEDULE: Weekday afternoons, evenings, or weekends