Lifeguard
Summary
Oversees pool safety and member engagement at a YMCA facility in Lakeland, FL, ensuring compliance with aquatic safety policies and emergency procedures.
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 constant surveillance of the pool area, standing at water’s edge or in an elevated chair with clear visibility of entire pool area.
- Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
- Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
- Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed; report to Supervisor in writing any problems.
- Checks the pool and deck for hazardous conditions when arriving.
- Inspect locker rooms before and after shift.
- Arrange for qualified substitute if needed and notify supervisor.
- Attends all staff meetings and training as required.
- Maintains positive relations with members, participants and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
- Supports The Y’s Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Standards (HEPA), encouraging children, adults and families to adopt a healthy lifestyle and role-models the standards.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.