Lifeguard

Under the general supervision of the Aquatic Coordinator. Serves as a Greater Susquehanna Valley YMCA lifeguard

**Responsibilities**

• Attends orientation to YMCA mission and Program philosophy
• Promotes YMCA mission
• Mandatory to sit in the guard chair or stand at the edge of the pool at all times
• Attends staff meetings to insure open communication of all policy and procedure changes
• Enforce aquatic rules and procedures
• Wash deck, maintain cleanliness, and keep deck free of obstructions
• Start automatic cleaner when instructed by Aquatic Coordinator, and if needed use the net to skim pool surface or floor during your shift
• Maintain constant surveillance of water and deck area
• Lead and supervise classes as asked by the Aquatic Coordinator
• Dress appropriately for guarding duties (i.e. 1 piece red or black bathing suit, flip flops, red or black shorts, white or red t-shirt, whistle, and CPR mask)
• Knows all emergency procedures
• Fills out accident and turns them into the Aquatic Coordinator
• Prompt and on time for all classes (in building 5 minutes before shift)
• Responsible for getting substitute when not able to make shift
• Practices preventative lifeguarding principles at all times, enforces pool rules including no diving in water less then 9 feet deep
• Follows opening and closing procedure
• Reports problems or potential problem members or equipment to Aquatic Coordinator
• Willing to complete other duties assigned by Aquatic Coordinator when possible

**Qualifications**

• Must hold current Red Cross or YMCA lifesaving certification
• A.R.C. CPR/PR, First Aid, and AED
• Water Safety Instructor is encouraged
• Normal tact and human relation skills
• Be able to maintain discipline effectively in the pool area at all times and to deal calmly and competently with issues.