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YMCA of Greater Rochester

Head Lifeguard

Canandaigua, NY · On-site

$18.75/hr

Must have YMCA Lifeguarding Instructor Certification or obtain it within 60 days of employment or have WSI and obtain YMCA certification within 60 days. Must possess good communication skills to ...

YMCA of Greater Rochester

Head Lifeguard

Penfield, NY

$18.75/hr

Must have YMCA Lifeguarding Instructor Certification or obtain it within 60 days of employment or have WSI and obtain YMCA certification within 60 days. Must possess good communication skills to ...

YMCA

Aquatics Coordinator

Montclair, NJ · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification (or obtain within 6 months). * Current WSI or YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification preferred (or obtain within 6 months)

Ashtabula YMCA

Aquatic Coordinator

Ashtabula, OH · On-site

Current Y lifeguarding or American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Instructor Certification required * Water Safety Instructor or YMCA Swim Instructor certification preferred Technical Skills and Knowledge:

City of DeSoto

Head Lifeguard - Part-Time

Desoto, TX · On-site

$17.03 - $24.87/hr

The American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor is desired or willing to obtain certification within three (3) months of hire, with the ability to maintain it while employed. CPO/AFO License (ability ...

The St. James

Lifeguard Sergeant (5593)

Springfield, VA · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI), or the ability to obtain within six months. * Virginia and National Registry EMT certification, or the ability to obtain within one year. Interested ...

Conway Regional

Swim Instructor

Conway, AR

Qualifications American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire 6 months experience as a swim instructor preferred Qualifications: American ...

The St. James

Lifeguard Sergeant (5593)

Springfield, VA · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI), or the ability to obtain within six months. * Virginia and National Registry EMT certification, or the ability to obtain within one year. Interested ...

Loudoun County Government

Head Lifeguard

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$38K - $63K/yr

Lifeguarding Instructor, AED and Supplemental Oxygen preferred. Water Safety Instructor Certified PTHA CPO/AFO/Certified Pool Operator Job Contingencies and Special Requirements Must undergo criminal ...

City of DeSoto, TX

Head Lifeguard - Part-Time

Desoto, TX · On-site

$17.03 - $24.87/hr

The American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor is desired or willing to obtain certification within three (3) months of hire, with the ability to maintain it while employed. * CPO/AFO License ...

City of Durham

Lifeguard, Senior

Durham, NC · On-site

$21.35 - $25.95/hr

Possess and maintain valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate "and" either Water Safety Instructor "or" Lifeguarding Instructor certificate "or" equivalent certifications ...

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Head Lifeguard

Canandaigua, NY • On-site

YMCA of Greater Rochester
Fitness and Sports Centers • 1 - 5K employees
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$18.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

YMCA Of Greater Rochester rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

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$18.75 per hour and a Free Family YMCA Membership

Sunday 7:30a-4p & Monday-Thursday 12-9p


Under the direction of the Aquatic Staff Associate, the Head Lifeguard will uphold the rules and the guidelines of the pool to ensure the safest environment for all members. The Head Lifeguard is also responsible to open the pool and life guard as required. The position is responsible for demonstrating YMCA leadership competencies to ensure the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA of Greater Rochester is conveyed.



SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure pool is open each day on time and functioning properly
  • Ensure the safety of every individual at the YMCA, both in and around pool area.
  • Enforce all aquatic regulations including those pertaining to food and drink, and conduct.
  • Check pool and/or spa chemicals and address any issues with the pool and/or spa that require maintenance.
  • Ensure that the pool area is clean, tidy and in sanitary condition.
  • Assist with scheduling staff to cover shifts as needed to ensure safety ratios are met. The head guard is expected to fill in when there is a staff shortage.
  • Mentor and provide leadership to all lifeguards on staff.
  • Maintain accurate records as required by the NYS Health Department Sanitary Code.
  • Learn and review all emergency procedures and implement when required.
  • Assist in maintaining medical supplies as needed.
  • Responsible for program operation, quality and safety of pool area as assigned.
  • Ensure the safety of every individual at the YMCA, both in and around pool area by maintaining compliance with the YMCA of Greater Rochester Aquatic Safety Policies and Guidelines and NYS Health Department.
  • Maintain all required certifications.
  • Attend all required meetings, branch events, in-service, and trainings.
  • All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.


Requirements



Must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate.

Must have at least one-year lifeguarding experience

Must have current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid Certification, and O2 Administration.

Must have YMCA Lifeguarding Instructor Certification or obtain it within 60 days of employment or have WSI and obtain YMCA certification within 60 days.

Must possess good communication skills to deliver excellent member service.

In addition to the above requirements, it is expected that the Head Lifeguard will bring to his/her position maturity, responsibility, positive values, and a sincere interest in working with people.



PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to stand for extended duration of shift.

Must be able to bend and stoop frequently.

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Must be able to stay in the pool for an extended period of time.

Must be able to communicate verbally, including projecting the voice across distances, and communicate swiftly and effectively with emergency personnel in person and over the telephone.

Must be able to hear noises and distress signals in an aquatic environment, including in water, understanding that significant background noise exists in aquatic environments.


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