About this opportunity
YMCA Lafayette lists this Lifeguard opportunity in auburn, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Want to make a positive difference in the lives of other people? Come work for the YMCA where meaningful relationships are made every day. Y employees receive a free membership and other benefits!
Positions available at the Auburn YMCA and over the summer at Casey park!
General Functions:
Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and/or Aquatics Coordinator, Lifeguards ensures the safety of pool patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies.
Responsibilities:
The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to the following:
Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area.
Maintain order; understand, uphold and enforce pool rules.
Prevent accidents whenever possible. Respond quickly and appropriately to all emergency situations in and around the pool.
Report in writing to the Aquatics Director all accidents, rescues, potential danger areas, damaged equipment, discipline problems and complaints.
Attend all staff meetings and training sessions as designated by the Aquatics Director.
Secure the pool by locking all doors when the pools are closed and a lifeguard is not on duty.
Keep abreast of current information relating to lifeguarding.
Completes additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
Adheres and complies with policies and procedures of the Auburn YMCA-WEIU.
Requirements
Qualifications:
A lifeguard should possess a high degree of safety consciousness, solid decision making skills and good judgment. Additionally lifeguards should be courteous, reliable and friendly while demonstrating a mature and professional demeanor as a representative of the YMCA. Lifeguards should be keenly aware of the risks to pool patrons of not performing the essential functions of their position. Must be a minimum of 16 years of age.
Must hold current certification in YMCA lifeguarding or equivalent.
Must hold current certification in Basic First Aid through ASHI or equivalent.
Must hold current certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer through ASHI or equivalent.
Must hold current certification in Emergency Oxygen Administration through ASHI or equivalent.
Crossover to YMCA Lifeguarding Certification within six months of hire date if currently certified in other organizations.
Effect on End Result:
The Auburn Y Aquatic Programs will be operated in a safe and effective manner
YMCA participants will enhance their physical fitness.
Maintain and further the positive image of the YMCA within the community.
Salary Description
$16/hour
Worksite address
auburn, NY, 13022, US
Who can apply
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