Summer Lifeguards Needed - $16.35/hr. starting May 7th - Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA

Summer Lifeguards Needed - $16.35/hr. starting May 7th - Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA Meridian, ID Job Details Temporary | Full-time From $13.85 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Greeting customers Medical emergency response Safe environment creation Entry level Full Job Description Our Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA is seeking Summer Lifeguards for the upcoming season! Our Lifeguards are responsible for creating a safe environment for aquatics participants and serving as First Responder in emergency situations. Applicants, ages 16+, can enroll in a YMCA Lifeguard certification course. We teach Basic Life Support, Adult First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, and Emergency Use of Medical Oxygen during the course.

Schedule:

Full Time Shifts OR Part Time Shifts, 30-35 hours weekly between the hours of 5:00am and 4:00pm, Monday through Friday and Weekends.

Pay:

$13.85/hr. Additional $2.50/hr. Differential for Summer May 7th- Sept 6th or $16.35/hour. An additional $2.19/hr. for shifts between 5am and 9am.

Employee Benefits:

12% YMCA retirement fund contribution for qualifying staff Professional growth and development through YMCA-sponsored trainings Competitive benefits package for qualifying full-time staff including a generous paid-time-off package, medical, and dental insurance Complimentary Membership at the YMCA Staff rates on programs and services Flexible work schedules and a family-friendly environment

Responsibilities:

Create a safe environment for members and participants through active deck scanning, being on time and ready to respond quickly and appropriately while role modeling safe behavior. Engage members and participants in effective, age-appropriate communication using the Y voice attributes. The down guard will actively engage with and encourage members during swim tests and lessons. Develop intentional relationships and engage members in a way to help them meet the seven Cause Measurement goals. Adhere to Aquatics Leading Practice Manual. Provide appropriate feedback to participants and members as needed. Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff, and volunteers at assigned program areas by adhering to YMCA Lifeguarding and association lifeguard standards. Communicate health and safety rules and regulations to participants, parents, and volunteers.

Qualifications:

Must be 16 years of age or older upon hire. Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green). Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome. Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations. Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.

Welcoming and Inclusion:

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

How To Apply:

External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact . All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.