What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at employment opportunities with the YMCA of Greater Providence?
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned
- Responsible for the health and safety of all individuals in the pool, i.e. caution regarding unsafe practices and conditions and perform rescue/first aid when necessary. Report accidents and injuries and complete incident reports.
- Responsible for the cleanliness of the pool and surrounding area, which may include the monitoring of Ph value and chlorine content of the pool water.
- Responsible for adherence to operational procedures regarding opening and closing of the pool as well as proper use and storage of equipment.
- Report maintenance or safety issues to Aquatics Director.
- Support aquatics instructor’s needs in the pool during class.
- Responsible for attending staff meetings/events. Demonstrate and teach the Character Development Program values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty.
- Responsible for arriving prepared for the scheduled shift, which includes arriving for duty 15 minutes prior; in proper attire; prepared for constant concentration and visual surveillance of swimmers with no distractions.
- Work in harmony and cooperation with the staff, volunteers and members of the YMCA to develop team spirit and family atmosphere.
- May supervise Aquatics Aids
