Aquatic Safety Specialist

4 weeks ago


Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Full time
Aquatic Safety Specialist

We are seeking an Aquatic Safety Specialist to join our team at the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids. As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety of pool occupants and program participants. This includes enforcing aquatic rules and procedures, maintaining supervision of participants, and administering necessary First Aid and CPR. If you are a team player with excellent communication skills and a passion for water safety, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:
  • Enforce aquatic rules and procedures
  • Maintain supervision of participants
  • Administer necessary First Aid and CPR
  • Handle parent/member complaints
  • Maintain all areas in clean, presentable fashion
  • Maintain pool count
  • Maintain pool and deck equipment
  • Checks and records pool temperature/air temperature and chemicals
  • Enforce policies on showers and proper attire
  • Enforce safety standards and follows emergency procedures
  • Ensure State of Michigan's Department of Health requirements are met
Requirements:
  • High school education; up to one month of related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles
  • Employee must be at least sixteen years of age or older
  • YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard certification (required, offered in-house at no cost)
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for rescue (required)
  • First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
  • AED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 days
  • Blood Borne Pathogen training
  • State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
Benefits:
  • Free YMCA Individual Membership
  • 10% retirement contribution upon eligibility, learn more here.
  • 403(b) retirement savings account
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Access to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your family
  • Community Discounts, and more


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