POSITION SUMMARY

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for lifeguards and aquatic instructors. Creates a positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age of 18.
• Current YMCA Lifeguard or American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
• Ability to demonstrate (pre-hire) and maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Completion of required trainings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists with recruiting, hiring, training, and leading lifeguards and aquatic instructors.
• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area while pool is in operation.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures. Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff while enforcing pool rules and regulations.
• 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.
• Performs safety and program equipment checks and ensures equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Performs: chemical testing, bathing loads, and water conditions, as required, and documents results and takes appropriate action.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
• Completes accident/incident reports for any occurrences while on duty.
• Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Attends all staff meetings.
• Any other duties deemed necessary to ensure the success of the Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County.