The Community YMCA · 5 months ago
Lifeguard/Aquatic Instructor, Ridley Area YMCA
Clifton Heights, PA, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$12/hr - $16/hrThe Community YMCA is seeking Lifeguards and Aquatic Instructors for their Ridley Area YMCA. The role involves maintaining safe swimming conditions, providing leadership and instruction in swimming classes, and ensuring adherence to YMCA policies and procedures.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Company
The Community YMCA
The Y is a cause-driven organization and one of the nation’s leading nonprofits, committed to strengthening communities in the areas of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Founded in 1874
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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