This position is eligible for a potential $1000 end of summer bonus.
AND another $100 Labor Day bonus
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This position is expected to be 16+ hours per week.
Position summary.
Provide a safe swimming environment insuring adherence to all waterfront rules and regulations. Assist the Aquatic Director with the training, supervision, scheduling, and evaluation of aquatic staff.
Reports To:Aquatics Director
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Responsible for supervising on-duty staff, ensuring that they are in accordance with all safety guidelines and Quick Check elements.Responsible for enforcing policies and monitoring staff behavior.Responsible for communicating with Aquatic Director and/or Aquatic Coordinator about staff performance, safety concerns, questions and/or suggestions for improving daily waterfront operations.Assist in aquatic department administrative tasks: completing quick checks, other duties may be assigned.Assist Director and/or Coordinator with monthly in-service trainings for all staff.Responsible for the health and safety of all individuals on the waterfront, i.e. caution regarding unsafe practices and conditions and perform rescue/first aid when necessary. Report accidents and injuries and complete accident reports.Responsible for documenting any special incidents with appropriate report and discuss incident and action steps with Director.Report maintenance or safety issues to Aquatics Director.Responsible for attending staff meetings/events as scheduled.Delegate tasks to staff, making sure that all staff are properly utilized.Demonstrate and teach the Character Development values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.Responsible for arriving prepared for scheduled shift, which includes arriving for duty 15 minutes prior; in proper attire; prepared for constant concentration and visual surveillance of swimmers with no distractions.Work in harmony and cooperation with the staff, volunteers, and members of the YMCA to develop team spirit and family atmosphere.Promote self-esteem during class instruction while being and enthusiastic and positive representative of the YMCA.Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
High School (GED) preferred.3-5 years of aquatic experience
Certifications / Training: (not all are required to apply)
YMCA Lifeguard Certification or equivalentFirst Aid and CPR CertificateOxygen Administration CertificateState Lifeguard Certificate (Not required)Listen FirstChild Abuse Prevention