What are the responsibilities and job description for the YMCA Lifeguard - weekends - Free membership position at McGaw YMCA?
Full Job Description
We are committed to the health and safety of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the McGaw YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless an accommodation for a disability or sincerely held religious belief is granted.
Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of the facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies as well as enforcing all facility rules and regulations.
Days/Hours Available: 6 hours, weekends
Experience/Education/Certification Requirements:
- Must have the ability to pass the Red Cross Lifeguard Pre-Test (For Pool)
- Must enforce policies, rules and regulations of the Aquatic Center.
- Must wear uniform, whistle, tube and appropriate rescue equipment while on duty
- Must be able to position yourself to view the entire pool area easily. Pool must be scanned every 10 seconds and you must be able to respond to an emergency within 10 seconds.
- Responsible for rescue and emergency care of any accident victim in or around the pool
- Responsible for all shifts assigned.
- Required to attend all in-service trainings.
- Respond to patrons as appropriate or redirect them to a supervisor/manager.
- Must inspect the Aquatic Center and report any unsafe conditions to aquatic management staff.
- Must complete all assigned daily records and Incident/Accident reports.
- Maintain confident command of the emergency action plans.
- Report to work on time as scheduled and remain on duty until relieved by another certified lifeguard.
- Complete additional duties as assigned.
- Report any suspected child abuse to a supervisor or aquatic management staff.
Must have basic computer skills, including the ability to respond to email. Must be able to complete online testing, when required.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
Application Question(s):
- Why do you want to work for the McGaw YMCA in particular?
Experience:
- Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- American Red Cross lifeguard certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $0
