Lifeguard - Parker Hannifin YMCA

Position Summary

The Lifeguard position creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining a safe swimming environment in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Actively maintains current CPR, First Aid, other required YMCA certifications, held by a recognized certifying organization (Red Cross, ASHI, Y of the USA, Etc.).
• Reports to work on time and with appropriate safety equipment (fanny pack) and appropriate clothing.
• Ensure safety of all participants in the aquatics area at all times of operation.
• Adhere to Blood borne Pathogen standards and completes annual training.
• Notify supervisor of any faulty equipment or unsafe conditions in a timely manner.
• Document any incidents that occur during shift (on daily basis) and notifies supervisor.
• Be visibly involved with members, volunteers and staff in a positive, friendly manner, while maintaining the safety of the aquatic's environment.
• Tests and documents the water are required by city, county, state and federal health requirements.
• Keeps the pool area free of clutter and accessible at all times, so it does not hinder the lifeguard (s) ability to respond in an emergency.
• Follow all established policies and procedures, including but not limited to, safety practices and personnel policies.
• Participate in and support association events and fund-raising activities.
• Secures required trainings and/or certifications necessary for the position.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
• Attends monthly in-service training and provides work availability to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Monitor chlorine, PH levels/ and track water temperature hourly.
• Conducts regular/ frequent sanitation of all equipment (rescue and member used), and assigned areas as outlined by the employer and supervisor.
• Must report to work on time, with appropriate supplies and in uniform for all scheduled shifts.
• Responsible for following the child abuse and neglect reporting process including completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate Supervisor, Branch Executive, Risk Management and Human Resources Department (s).

Qualifications

• Experience: Prior experience helpful, but not required.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to read, write and understand written directions.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department (s).

Certifications

• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 30 days of hire.
• Hold current YMCA Lifeguard certification (or hold a valid Red Cross Lifeguard certification and attend YMCA Crossover within ninety (90) days of employment).
• WSI certification a plus.

Physical Demands

• The ability to perform frequent amounts of sitting, standing, swimming, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, bending and or instructing others for the duration of their shift.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• Physical ability to rescue an individual from water.

Work Environment

• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.
• Work environment may be slippery and wet often.
• May be required to work outside and on occasion may encounter inclement weather.

Benefits

• A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).
• Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
• Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.