Lifeguard - Hamilton Y

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Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area.
* Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures, including administering first aid and rescue. 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.
* Performs maintenance and cleaning of pool area, including hosing the decks and hallways, emptying trash, sweeping the deck, and scrubbing gutters.
* May assist with swim lessons.
* Attends all staff meetings and training as required.
* Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Minimum age of 16.
* Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification.
* Current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding
* Oxygen Administration certification (required within 30 days of hire)
* Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
* Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Physical Demands:

* Ability to pass lifeguard water test.
* Must be able to remain alert.
* Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
* Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
* Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.
* Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
* Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
* Lifting, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds.