Lifeguard - Full Time w/Benefits

An exciting opportunity to join the Team of a progressive YMCA association located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $26+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

HOURS: Monday through Friday 4:45 am to 1:15 pm with 1 hour unpaid break during shift.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.

2. Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.

3. 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.

4. Walks the perimeter of the pool scanning the bottom before taking over the lifeguard stand.

5. Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.

6. Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.

7. Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.

8. Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.

9. Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.

10. Dresses in Uniform – Required Items: Lifeguard Shirt, bathing suit, whistle, and PPE hip bag.

11. Resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities, ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships, interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups respecting social and cultural diversity and to maintain appropriate boundaries.

12. Performs other duties as assigned.