Lifeguard

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YMCA of the USA
West Bend, WI, USA
Full-time

We are looking for a motivated individual to ensure the safety of all those who use the aquatics facilities. Consistently and fairly enforce all the pool rules and regulations and perform lifeguard duties in a professional, responsible and courteous manner.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Maintains all required certifications.
  • Analyzes difficult situations and makes decisions according to established policies.
  • Knows, understands, and consistently applies health and safety rules, policies, guidelines for the pool and pool area.
  • Remains alert and vigilant to proactively prevent emergency situations.
  • Responds to emergency situations immediately and in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; provides timely and accurate reports and follow-ups.
  • Maintains accurate records required by YMCA and state agencies.
  • Reports to work a minimum of 5 minutes early and is ready to guard by the start of their shift.
  • Has proper equipment at every shift, including guard tube and equipped lifeguard pack; performs equipment checks before every shift to ensure lifeguard readiness.
  • Attends required trainings to ensure that skills are maintained.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Minimum 15 years of age.
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer; AED; Basic First Aid Certifications preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
  • Current YMCA Lifeguard, American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification and Ellis Lifeguard. Certification preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
  • Strong communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability move quickly in emergency situations, strenuous activity, and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights.
  • Required to remain alert and vigilant while sitting, standing, or walking for various lengths of time.
  • Regularly lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to tolerate a fast paced, loud, and humid environment.
How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=38903&...

Job Function: 
Education, Professional Development & Training

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 25 2019
Active Until: 
May 25 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit