LIFEGUARD

PART TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Less than 29 hours/week Free Membership to the YMCA Discounted Y Programs 11am-3pm Evenings & Weekends The Lifeguard is responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Create a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Minimum age of 15. American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certification, which includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer/First Aid/AED. Certification for Oxygen Administration within 30 days of employment. Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Essential Functions:

Maintain constant surveillance of the pool areas. Know/review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Maintain effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff. Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Maintain accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code. Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed. Check pool for hazardous conditions when arriving. Perform chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and take appropriate action. Complete incident and accident reports as necessary. Maintain pool areas in regards to equipment, safety, inventory and cleanliness. Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Working 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. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. Work schedule will include daytime, evening and weekend hours.

ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING CLEARANCES FOR EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO THE DATE OF HIRE. CLEARANCES ARE ACCEPTED WITHIN 2 YEARS OF THE HIRE DATE. PA CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK PA CHILD ABUSE HISTORY CERTIFICATION FBI

(DHS)

FINGERPRINTING HISTORY CLEARANCE ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A VALID EMAIL ADDRESS AND VOICEMAIL MUST BE SET UP IN ORDER TO COMPLETE ONBOARDING

PROCESSES.