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YMCA of North Central Ohio
Lifeguard
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What they do
A Lifeguard watches swimming areas and provides for the safety of swimmers at pools, lakes and beaches. Maintains careful watch of people in the water, enforces safety rules at swimming places; rescues swimmers and treats accidents as needed.
$29,352 / year median in Ohio
+8% projected growth
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lifeguard at YMCA of NCO creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Maintains active surveillance of the pool area. 2. Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the "safe-in-six" model; completes related reports as required. 3. Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner. 4. Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. 5. Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others. 6. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state health department code. 7. Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. 8. Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving. 9. Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum age of 15
- Current Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent
- Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
- Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA 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.