Job Posting for Lifeguard at YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County Inc
POSITION SUMMARY:
Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Maintains active surveillance of the pool area
Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures. Completes related reports as required
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 some cleaning duties
Attends all staff meetings and in-service training
Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum age of 15
Certifications: CPR for the professional rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding or equivalent
Child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date
Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with American Red Cross standards
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.
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