Waterfront Lifeguard

Carry out the responsibilities of a Waterfront Lifeguard throughout the applicable program season. For Waterfront Lifeguard; successful in the completion of all aspects of certification in Lifeguard w/ waterfront module, CPR (BLS), ASHI Advanced First Aid, and passing (2) monthly in-services per month specific to physical ability and waterfront rescue & first aide/CPR knowledge.

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Schedule:

Must be available from 9am-7:30pm

• Practice preventative lifeguard techniques at all times
• Maintain high standards of skill in First Aid, CPR, oxygen administration, and effective interface with local EMS agency personnel
• Supervise program participants at all times
• Take full responsibility for the program areas of camp or assigned activity, including developing rules and procedures, ensuring adequate program supplies, and maintaining or improving equipment and facilities
• Ensure program operating procedures are being followed at all times
• Use good judgment; make conservative decisions all to ensure the safety of the children
• Follow all rules and instructions, carry, and use properly necessary equipment during activities, know and follow waterfront/camp emergency procedures
• Demonstrate a strong sense of investment in the YMCA by actively supporting the cleanliness of facilities, care of equipment and supplies, and stewardship of the natural environment
• Work effectively and cooperatively with the team of other camp counselors and directors
• Ensure proper care of waterfront, including appropriate use and accurate inventory of program equipment

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older and have obtained high school diploma or GED
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR-Pro (BLS) O2 and First Aid from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross, American Heart
• Association or American Safety & Health Institute
• Successful completion of on-site Waterfront Guarding training and monthly in-service drills and training
• Successful completion of on-site ASHI Advanced First Aid course and monthly in-service drills and training
• Experience working a waterfront environment preferred
• Good customer service and communication skills when interacting with children, parents, and the community
• CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
  
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute
    
    

YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.