Lifeguard - Abingdon (Ward)

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POSITION SUMMARY :

Under the supervision of the Swim Director or other assigned associate, Lifeguard 1 is responsible for the safety, cleanliness, and operation of the swimming pool during operating hours.

The primary function of the Lifeguard 1 will be to safeguard the health and safety of members, class participants, and guests;

and enforce guidelines and safety policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Reports to work in uniform a minimum of ten minutes prior to assigned shift in order to receive communications and instructions from supervisor or previous lifeguard.
• Attend regular in-service training.
• Responsible for safety of all swimmers during shift and for the interpretation and enforcement of all pool rules.
• Responsible for chemical reading of pool conditions according to bathing code. Adjusts pool as necessary.
• Responsible for the upkeep of the pool area and equipment and notifying the supervisor of any needed repairs or adjustments.

May perform needed repairs as qualified

• Prepares the program / service area with necessary equipment and returns all equipment to proper storage.
• Actively engages, orients and assists all participants when not actively guarding.
• Focus on quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and activities
• Promotes a professional image and maintains a clean and safe environment at all times.
• Ability to work with diverse population, all ages, genders, and sexual orientations
• Attend and actively participate in all meetings as assigned
• Incorporate the four character values of the YMCA : Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility and adhere to the YCM Code of Conduct
• Communicate the Y mission and objectives to the community.
• Assist in all other areas as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Lifeguard 1 will meet the qualifications set forth by the Y in Central Maryland. Associates shall be of good character and reputation;

capable of carrying out assigned responsibilities; capable of accepting training and supervision; and capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility.

Minimum qualifications include :

• Current lifeguard certification
• Current CPR / AED / O2 / First Aid certification (or O2 within 30 days of hire)
• Successful completion and passing of the Y in Central Maryland swim test
• Flexible Schedule, days, nights and weekends
• Completion of new associate training (including Child Abuse Prevention) before scheduled to work
23 hours ago