POSITION SUMMARY

The Junior Lifeguard, working as part of the Aquatics team, will deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. The Junior Lifeguard will be responsible for guarding the pool and assuring a safe and clean aquatic environment for members and guests. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.

THE YMCA AS THE THIRD PLACE

To be the welcoming and transformative place - beyond work and home - where people feel most able to be their true selves; explore their purpose, dreams and goals; achieve health and wellness for their spirit, mind and body; connect with their community and feel a sense of belonging and possibilities like nowhere else. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Always maintain pool safety; guard using YMCA approved techniques and procedures including dismissing participants for disruptive behaviors 
• Perform chemical checks as indicated 
• Wear protective gear when handling biohazard materials 
• Proactively clean up and/or repair areas used by the program 

• Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor immediately using proper forms 
• Remain current on Lifeguard Certification, CPR Pro, First Aid and other safety certification training 
• Educate participants on pool rules and enforce rules as required 
• Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger to handle or feel objects, tools, controls, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear 
• Exposed to wet and humid conditions, outdoor weather conditions including direct UV sun rays, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and potentially explosive materials  
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50-100 pounds 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and focus  
• Noise level in the work environment is moderate to high 

• 15 years of age or older
• CPR-PR/AED, Oxygen Administration, and Standard First Aid or ability to obtain before hire 
• American Red Cross/YMCA Lifeguard certification or ability to obtain before hire 
• High customer relation skills 

PART-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• Free individual membership 
• Program discounts
• Generous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
• Paid Time off for those scheduled and working 20+ per week