Lifeguard - North YMCA

YMCA of Central Ohio Lifeguard

Hourly Rate: $14 (September-April)

NO experience required

Benefits:

• FREE YMCA Family Membership
• Paid lifeguard training
• Discounted programming
• Career growth opportunities
• Work with diverse teams
• Flexible hours
• Impact the community
• Save lives
• Gain leadership experience

Develop lifelong safety and leadership skills

Duties include:

• Maintains safety and security of the pool and its patrons at all times
• Rules are explained and enforced in a courteous, professional, and firm manner.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately.
• Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants and other staff.
• Performs chemical testing , as required.
• Participates in emergency drills and in service to the level in which staff have been trained.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to maintain American Red Cross Lifeguard certification
• Ability to work with a diverse population including children
• Comfort in and around water
• Must pass a background check (18 years of age or older)
• Must pass a pre employment skill check
• • 300 Yard Swim
  • 2 minute water tread
  • Timed submerged brick retrieval

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.