Lifeguard​/Swim Instructor - Los Cerritos

Position Summary

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Teaches swimming lessons to participants.

• Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Be rescue ready at all times when on deck and during scheduled work hours.
• Ensure scheduled shift is covered at all times.
• Prepare for and teach all assigned classes. The use of lesson plans, session plans and evaluation sheets may be necessary.
• Conduct and monitor all swim tests prior to participants engaging in pool activities.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Check the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Provide emergency care and treatment as necessary and until medical professionals arrive.
• Perform chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and take appropriate action.
• Attend all staff meetings, trainings and other YMCA functions as required by Supervisor. Maintain open lines of communication with participant, coaches, referee, staff and supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Mission Advancement:
Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration:

Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness:
Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth:
Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

• Education &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Must be 18 years of age. High school diploma or equivalent. Current certification for Lifeguard training (recognized by the State of California), First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and O2 required and must be maintained and kept in current status. Water Safety Instructor (Red Cross) or Fundamentals of Teaching YMCA Swim Lessons preferred. YMCA Lifeguard Certification is preferred.
• Must pass a 150 yard pre-employment swim test.
• Be able to perform all requirements for lifeguard certification and demonstrate skills as required (example: in-service trainings).
• Criminal clearance including fingerprints.
• Health screening with TB test (N/A if under the age of 18).
• Must attend the New Employee Orientation within the first 90 days of employment.
• Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
• Public relations skills and/or experience working with a diverse population desired.
• One or more years experience teaching swimming lessons in an aquatics facility.

Environmental Factors:
Indoor and outdoor facilities (e.g.…