Lifeguard
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POSITION SUMMARY:Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:* Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.* Knows/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.* Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.* Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.* Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.* Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.* Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.* Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):* Values -Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.* Community -Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.* Decision Making-Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.* Inclusion-Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.QUALIFICATIONS:* Minimum age of 18.* Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification.* Current YMCA lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding and obtain YMCA Lifeguarding Certification within 60 days of hire.* Oxygen Administration certification (required within 30 days of hire)* Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.* Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.Physical Demands:* Ability to pass lifeguard water test.* Must be able to remain alert.* Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.* Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.* Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.* Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.* Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.