Job description

TRAINED TO SAVE LIVES? The Outdoor YMCA in Perry is hiring lifeguards for the 2023 summer season

Days: All days available

Hours: Variable; work up to 40 hour per week

Pay Rate: $13.00 starting rate and a free YMCA membership

Applications are being accepted until positions are filled. The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements:

• 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 16.
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification.
• Current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding and obtain YMCA Lifeguarding Certification within 60 days of hire.
• 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.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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