Lifeguard

POSITION SUMMARY:

The lifeguard is responsible for the safety of all patrons in and around the pool area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as a role model to members and Y staff and live the mission, vision and values of the YMCA movement.
• Ensure safety of all participants by following aquatics best practices.
• Adhere to and enforce aquatic rules and procedures consistently and fairly.
• Maintain constant surveillance of water and pool deck areas to incumbent's lifeguard certification.
• Wear rescue pack and tube at all times while on duty.
• Must attend monthly In-Service trainings.
• Maintain cleanliness of pool area when not performing primary duties.
• Accurately record and submit incident reports as required.
• Adherence to all policies and procedures of the Ann Arbor YMCA.
• Understand and follow all safety rules and regulations including knowledge of emergency procedures and location of emergency equipment.
• Read and respond to all YMCA communications.

Our Culture:

Every day and in everything we do, we strive to create a culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined for all our staff, members, program participants and volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS (ALSO CALLED ENTRY REQUIREMENTS OR KNOW HOW):

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Prior lifeguarding experience preferred.
• Current Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2 and First Aid certifications is required.
• Proficiency in swimming and safety skills is required.
• Must possess a cooperative spirit committed to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to staff, lay leaders, YMCA members, program participants and the general public.
• Ability to relate with pool patrons in a positive manner.
• Must be professional, alert, courteous, and tactful.
• Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all staff and swimmers.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively. Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person.
2. Physically able to see, hear, and communicate clearly.
3. Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
4. Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
5. Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
6. Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
7. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
8. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
9. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency