Lifeguard

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: YWCA Central Massachusetts

• Worcester, MA, Position Type: Part-time - less than 20 hours, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $16.50 - $16.50Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Nonprofit
• Social Services, Job Title: Lifeguard Department: Health & Wellness Reports to: Aquatics Program Coordinator Effective Date: December 2024 Schedule: As needed Remote Position: No Job Summary: As a lifeguard, monitor the safety of members in our pool and pool deck. Assist in First Aid or CPR on the premises. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Duties/Responsibilities: Scan activity area continuously, taking occasional walks around the deck to ensure safety of the swimmers; respond immediately to an emergency using established emergency procedures. Greet participants so that all feel welcome and comfortable and offer assistance as appropriate. Enforce the policies and rules of the pool. Set out equipment as needed (i.e.: lane lines) and clean up when finished so that deck area stays cleared. Report any problems or concerns expressed by participants to the supervisor to ensure effective resolution and follow through. Test water at regular intervals to ensure a safe swimming environment notify supervisor of problems with testing levels Clean pool on an hourly basis as directed by pool protocol Wear appropriate YWCA lifeguard uniform Maintain a safe Aquatic Environment Qualifications: Required Skills/Abilities: Ability to work with and respond to members, and to relate to people of diverse attitudes and interests. WSI preferred but not required Education and Experience: Must be at least 15 years old. American Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid/CPR certifications or YMCA Lifeguard or Star Guard or Ellis and Ellis Lifeguarding, BSA lifeguarding Physical Requirements: Must be a skilled swimmer and able to pull weight through the water. Must be physically able to rescue someone drowning or injured in the water. Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.