Splash Pad Jobs (NOW HIRING)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Splash Pad Staff are responsible for overseeing the operation of the splash pad area, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants, and maintaining a clean and welcoming environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Greet guests warmly as they enter the splash pad area and provide friendly assistance and information as needed. Monitor the splash pad area to ensure that all guests are following safety rules and guidelines.
2. Maintain constant vigilance over the splash pad area to ensure the safety of participants, particularly young children. Enforce safety rules, such as no running or rough play, and intervene as needed to prevent accidents and injuries.
3. Monitor the operation of splash pad equipment, including water features, pumps, and filtration systems, to ensure proper functioning and safety. Report any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to the appropriate staff member promptly.
4. Conduct regular checks of water quality and cleanliness to ensure that water meets health and safety standards. Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as cleaning filters and removing debris, to keep the splash pad water clean and hygienic.
5. Be prepared to respond quickly and effectively to medical emergencies or injuries that may occur in the splash pad area. Administer first aid as need and contact emergency services or notify YMCA management as appropriate.
6. Provide excellent customer service to splash pad guests, answering questions, addressing concerns, and aiding as needed. Maintain a positive and welcoming atmosphere to enhance the overall guest experience.
7. Perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep the splash pad area clean, safe, and attractive. Sweep or hose down surfaces, empty trash receptacles, and replenish supplies as needed to ensure a pleasant environment for guests.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES:

• Mission Advancement - Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
• Collaboration - Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Operational Effectiveness - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establish goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Personal Growth - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum age of 16.
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations.
4. Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
5. Certifications required within 60 days of employment: CPR, First Aid, AED, Oxygen.
6. Ability to complete the following within 30 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention training; Bloodborne Pathogens and Sexual Harassment training.
7. Passion for the YMCA mission and commitment to serving the community.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to perform all physical requirements of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching and lifting up to 50 lbs. at a time.