YMCA of the USA

HEAD LIFEGUARD (FULLL-TIME)

YMCA of the USA  •  $28k - $30k/yr  •  Cranberry Township, PA (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

FULL TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

40 hours/week

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

8 Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

12% Retirement Fund

403b Retirement Savings Plan

Long Term Disability

Company-paid Life Insurance

Free childcare for your first child, 50% additional children

Free YMCA Membership for your family

Up to 50% off select YMCA programming

Staff Growth and Development Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement


The Head Lifeguard is responsible for assisting the Aquatics Director in developing, organizing and implementing high quality Lifeguards and fully staffed pools. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The incumbent serves others by intentionally welcoming, connecting, and supporting them and inviting them to get involved and give back to the community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School diploma or equivalent; required.
  • Minimum age of 18; required.
  • Strong supervisory and organizational skills a must.
  • Lifeguard (including Deep Water) Certification, which includes CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid; required.
  • Certification for Oxygen Administration within 30 days of employment; required.
  • Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Monitor and establish work schedules of all lifeguards to ensure appropriate coverage for all shifts, dates and times.
  2. Expected to lifeguard if any shift is not covered.
  3. Assist in proofing the lifeguard schedule for payroll purposes.
  4. Provide recruitment, scheduling, coordination and onboarding for all lifeguard staff in conjunction with the Aquatics Director.
  5. Provide quality member service by knowing members by name, displaying a pleasant and professional attitude at all times, assisting members, and referring questions or concerns outside your area of expertise to a supervisor.
  6. Work with Director in the development of Lifeguard customer service skills and job performance.
  7. Understand, teach and enforce aquatic and YMCA safety rules, procedures and policies.
  8. Monitor daily pool operations to adhere to all state, local and YMCA health and safety regulations.
  9. Maintain accurate records of pool logs and report needed pool maintenance.
  10. Respect, mentor and cooperate with all co-workers.
  11. Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times according to the YMCA Code of Conduct.
  12. Accept constructive criticism and take corrective actions as needed.
  13. Maintain pool areas in regards to equipment, safety, inventory and cleanliness.
  14. Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
  15. Perform other duties as assigned.


WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. Work schedule will include daytime, evening and weekend hours.


ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING CLEARANCES FOR EMPLOYMENT PURPOSES PRIOR TO THE DATE OF HIRE. CLEARANCES ARE ACCEPTED WITHIN 2 YEARS OF THE HIRE DATE. EMPLOYEES MAY BE COMPENSATED UP TO $50.00 FOR CLEARANCES (WITH A RECEIPT) ONCE THE PROBATIONARY PERIOD HAS BEEN PASSED.

  • PA CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK
  • PA CHILD ABUSE HISTORY CERTIFICATION
  • FBI CLEARANCE (Department of Human Services)
  • NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry Verification)
  • MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING CERTIFICATE
YMCA of the USA

About YMCA of the USA

YMCA of the USA is the national resource office for the nation's YMCAs. Located in Chicago, IL, YMCA of the USA exists to serve YMCAs. To address the specific needs of communities, each YMCA is an independent organization, autonomous and separate from YMCA of the USA. They are required by the national constitution to pay annual dues, to refrain from discrimination and to support the YMCA mission. All other decisions are local choices, including programs offered, staffing and style of operation.

Learn, Grow and Thrive with a Career at the Y

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you'll discover more than a job-you'll enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you. Our staff members-of all ages and backgrounds and life experiences-enjoy the personal satisfaction that comes from nurturing the potential of youth and teens, improving the nation's health and well-being and providing support to our neighbors. The Y ensures that everyone has the opportunity to become healthier, more confident, connected and secure.

Search for open positions at Ys across the U.S.: https://www.ymca.org/get-involved/careers/opportunities/open-positions

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Year Founded
1844
Website
ymca.org
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