Lifeguard/Aquatic Instructor, Lansdowne YMCA

Our Lansdowne YMCA is currently hiring for Lifeguards and Aquatic Instructors. Shift hours and days will vary. POSITION SUMMARY:

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes. Creates a positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area while pool is in operation. Performs lifeguard duties with Lifeguard II and/or Head Lifeguard.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures. Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff while enforcing pool rules and regulations.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• 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 safety and program equipment checks and ensures equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Performs: chemical testing, bathing loads, and water conditions, as required, and documents results and takes appropriate action.
• Completes accident/incident reports for any occurrences while on duty.
• Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Any other duties deemed necessary to ensure the success of the Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 15.
• Certifications: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED, and First Aid.
• Certification: Current YMCA Lifeguard or American Red Cross Lifeguard.
• Ability to demonstrate (pre-hire) and maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Completion of required trainings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• Meet strength and lifting requirements.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.