Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

YMCA Buffalo Niagara
Buffalo, NY, US
Full-time

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About the Position

Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

Buffalo, NY, USA Req #11422 Thursday, March 14, 2024

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is looking for talented individuals with a passion for the YMCA mission and cause, an understanding of YMCA programs and services, and whose everyday priorities are a reflection of the core YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion.

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Lifeguard / Swim Instructor is responsible for the safety and supervision of swimmers.

GENERAL WORK SCHEDULE :

Up to 25 hours per week. Morning, afternoon, and evening positions are available. The availability to work at multiple city branch locations is preferred.

BENEFITS :

Complimentary YMCA Buffalo Niagara Membership, discounted program fees, and an outstanding work environment.Employees are immediately eligible to enroll and contribute to the Y Retirement Fund’s 403B plan and will receive a 12% employer paid Y Retirement contribution after eligibility requirements are met.

Other benefits include paid sick leave, leadership development opportunities, training, and career advancement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

  • Enforces all pool safety rules, implements pool emergency procedures, aids swimmers when necessary.
  • Completes incident reports and treats injuries.
  • Instructs participants in swim classes, implements the YMCA of the USA and YMCA Buffalo Niagara swim instruction program.

Responsible to meet or exceed swim program enrollment targets.

  • Is alert, friendly and responsive to swimmers, parents, and co-workers.
  • Records pool temperature, pool chemical qualities, documentation of swim lesson skill achievement, and attendance.
  • Ensures proper usage of pool equipment, i.e., lane lines, emergency equipment, etc.
  • Follows department protocol to clean and disinfect commonly used surfaces. Maintains the cleanliness and organization of program / work areas.
  • Maintains all required certifications, attends all staff training sessions to practice skills and learn program standards.
  • Carries out other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Must be at least 16 years old.
  • American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard certification.
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Oxygen Administration certifications. (American Red Cross, HSI, and American Heart Association certifications are accepted.
  • Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
  • 30+ days ago
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