Lifeguard at GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA

Princeton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jun, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

21 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Active Surveillance, Emergency Response, Safety Procedures, Chemical Testing, Record Keeping, Interpersonal Skills, Professional Relationships, Cultural Diversity, Team Support, Swim Lesson Assistance, Equipment Checks

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description An exciting opportunity to join the Team of a progressive YMCA association located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintains active surveillance of the pool area. Addresses member concerns, directs members to program areas or lane needs. Supports the overall Aquatic team. Assists with swim lessons and deck supervision as needed by department operations. Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required. Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code. Walks the perimeter of the pool scanning the bottom before taking over the lifeguard stand. Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving. Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action. Attends all staff meetings and in-service training. Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff. Dresses in Uniform – Required Items: Lifeguard Shirt, bathing suit, whistle, and PPE hip bag. Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities, ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships, interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups respecting social and cultural diversity and to maintain appropriate boundaries. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum age of 15. Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen. Current YMCA or ARC Lifeguard or equivalent. Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness. Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards. Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include: FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation. 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA. Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment. Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement. Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks. Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Responsibilities

The Lifeguard maintains safe swimming conditions by actively surveilling the pool area, addressing member concerns, and ensuring adherence to YMCA policies and procedures. This role also involves assisting with swim lessons, performing required chemical testing, and immediately responding to all emergency situations.