GATEWAY REGION YMCA
Aquatics Lifeguard & Swim Instructor/O'Fallon Park Rec Complex YMCA/Full Time (Finance)
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Interpret and enforce pool rules and policies to ensure safety of all participants and swimmers.
Execute emergency procedures as needed.
Promote the YMCA swimming programs.
Lock and secure all pool doors when pool is closed.
Keep accurate records as required, e.g. incident reports, daily check list.
Take responsibility to close pool when necessary for weather or fecal incidents.
Ensure all classes are taught with the safety of the participant foremost.
Instruct swim classes in accordance with Gateway Region YMCA guidelines so that participants progress through skills.
Develop positive relationships with participants and provide motivational support and guidance.
Communicate with parents or custodial adult on the progress of the child.
Teach a safe, effective workout emphasizing muscle strength, endurance and flexibility according to the Gateway Region YMCA Aquatic Program Model.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement
Collaboration
Operational Effectiveness
Personal Growth
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Four or more years Lifeguard experience
Two or more year's supervision experience
YMCA Lifeguard or Red Cross Lifeguard; must cross over to YMCA Lifeguard within 30-60 days
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
Emergency Oxygen Administration, First Aid, Attain YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor within 30 - 60 days, and Obtain YMCA Water Fitness Instructor within 6 months.
WORK 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee maybe required to use a computer and be able to communicate using a computer or electronic device.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V