Lifeguard

4 weeks ago

Ann Arbor, United States YMCA Full time

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Job Description

The lifeguard is responsible for the safety of all patrons in and around the pool area.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 15 years of age.
  • Prior lifeguarding experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in swimming and safety skills is required.
  • Must possess a cooperative spirit committed to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to staff, lay leaders, YMCA members, program participants and the general public.
  • Ability to relate with pool patrons in a positive manner.
  • Must be professional, alert, courteous, and tactful.
  • Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all staff and swimmers.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively. Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person. Physically able to see, hear, and communicate clearly. Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time. Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds. Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.

Essential Functions

Serve as a role model to members and Y staff and live the mission, vision and values of the YMCA movement. Adhere to and enforce aquatic rules and procedures consistently and fairly. Maintain constant surveillance of water and pool deck areas. Wear rescue fanny pack and rescue tube at all times while on duty. Maintain cleanliness of pool area when not performing primary duties. Accurately record and submit incident reports as required. Maintain certifications. Understand and follow all safety rules and regulations including knowledge of emergency procedures and location of emergency equipment. Must work at least two weekend shifts each session. Promote the value of diversity and the importance of being an inclusive organization to others inside and outside of the organization.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Leader

Required Certifications
  • Current Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2 and First Aid certifications is required.


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