Lead Lifeguard

The Company:

The Lake County Y is a nonprofit that is more than a gym. We engage one out of every five households across the county and are part of the nation’s leading nonprofit committed to helping people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. We believe by nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving the community's health and well-being, and supporting and serving our neighbors, the Y ensures that everyone has the opportunity to become healthier, more confident, connected and secure.

The Position:

We’re looking for Lead Lifeguards for all shifts. The pay rate starts at $12.00 an hour.

• Flexible schedules
• Friendly atmosphere
• Great co-workers

Benefits:

• 401(A) retirement plans at 12% of your pay, once requirements are met
• Free membership to all Lake County Y facilities
• Employee Assistance Program

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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.
• Supervises lifeguard staff in absence of Program- Aquatics Director/Coordinator.
• Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area. Remains in pool area unless duty is transferred to another lifeguard or the entire pool area is cleared and the entrances are secured.
• 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.
• 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 chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and rescue skills practices (RSP’s) as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 18.
• Certifications: Current Lifeguard Certification (YMCA Lifeguarding, Red Cross, International Lifeguard Training Program Ellis & Associates or International Lifeguard Training Program Ellis & Associates Lifeguard certification) including Basic Life Support/Professional Rescuer Level CPR and First Aid.
• Emergency Oxygen Administration certification preferred.
• Must be able demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with individual’s certification standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Medium work. Exerting 75 pounds of force rarely (i.e. removing someone from the pool in a rescue), and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.Frequently subject to environmental conditions- heat and humidity both inside and outside. May occur mostly outside.Ability to: pass lifeguard water test; stand, sitting, stooping, kneeling, and crouching frequently throughout the work shift; must be able to sit or stand for extended periods; use hands and fingers for fine motor skills frequently; walking on a variety of uneven surfaces and climbing stairs frequently; have visual acuity to determine safety and security of participants in the program as well as the facility; receive detailed information through sound as well as express through spoken word; read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location