Lifeguard
YMCA of Greater Nashua
Camp Sargent JOB DESCRIPTION (Updated February 2015)
JOB TITLE:
Lifeguard
SUPERVISOR:
Waterfront Director
GENERAL FUNCTION: Under the direct supervision of the Waterfront Director, the lifeguard is to provide the safest possible environment for all campers and camp staff participating in and around the waterfront.
KNOW HOW: Lifeguards must have the ability to recognize a hazardous situation. They must be able to supervise swimmers, minimize dangers, educate staff and children about water safety, enforce rules and regulations, prepare records and reports and give assistance whenever needed.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age Must have prior experience as a lifeguard and experience working with children ages 5-16. Current YMCA Lifeguard or American Red Cross Lifeguard Current CPR/AED For The Professional Rescuer Current First Aid Current Oxygen Administration for the Professional Rescuer Certification (if not current must get certified within the first 30 days of employment) Ability to pass swim test (500 yds continuously and tread water for a total of 10 minutes) Must have reliable transportation
SPECIFIC JOB SEGMENTS: Achieve 10 X 10 reaction (scan waterfront every 10 seconds and be able to respond to an emergency in 10 seconds) Proper guarding is required at all times (having proper equipment, not socializing, never turn back to the water, actively scanning, being alert, etc.).
Lifeguard Be properly dressed (suit and lifeguard shirt required) and at waterfront, ready to work, 5 minutes prior to schedule start time. Must have proper equipment at all times (i.e. Rescue tube, fanny pack with pocket mask and gloves and whistle) Ensure the safety of members and participants by enforcing established all waterfront and camp rules. PREVENTION is your primary responsibility. Adequately react and respond to emergency events and trainings. Attend all scheduled staff meetings and trainings. When opening the facility, be dressed, at waterfront 15 minutes prior to scheduled opening, have equipment and signs appropriately placed. Under no circumstances is the waterfront to be left unattended during camp hours. Wait until properly relieved or the area is cleared and then follow proper closing procedure. During inclement weather or other waterfront closures, you may be asked to provide assistance to counselors in supervising campers during non-waterfront activities or in a different role on an “as needed” basis. If enrollment does not require extra staff coverage on these “wash out” days you will be notified ASAP to not come in to work or to leave early. During electrical storms (or any other emergency), you will be expected to act as a leader at the waterfront to assist with getting both staff and campers to cover in a safe and efficient manner. Responsible for securing substitutes to cover scheduled shifts in the case of an absence and report coverage to the Waterfront Director. Responsible for using time clock prior to and at the end of every shift. Relate to parents and program participants in a professional manner at all times. The YMCA’s four “core values” of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility will be exemplified at all times. Act as your group’s immediate health care responder for all reasonably anticipated health-care concerns based on the individual, location and activity. Examples: tick removal, sunburn, dehydration, scrapes etc. All health care supplies are available in the first aid station and it is the responsibility of the employee to ensure they are equipped to handle all reasonable and common injuries. Preventative measures to avoid illness and the spread of infection for both yourself and others are to be used through the use of CPR barrier, masks or gloves. Fill in as a counselor when needed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to act and move with quickness and agility. Be able to lift at least forty pounds. Correctly perform and describe aquatic skills for demonstration purposes. Carry equipment (forty pounds or less) from supply closet to the pool deck and return.
Lifeguard
Swim a minimum of 500 yards. Tread water a total of 10 minutes. Lift and support an adult out of the water. Swim to the bottom of the lake and be able to retrieve and remove an adult. Able to throw a floatation device twenty feet. Stand and walk around the waterfront dock for a minimum of two continuous hours.
HOURS/WORK SCHEDULE: • Lifeguards must be able to commit to all ten weeks of summer camp • Monday 8:30am – 4 pm • Tuesday-Friday 10:30am – 4 pm • Pre-camp – 7am until start of camp swim – one guard/rotating schedule • Post-camp – 4pm until last camper leaves (no later than 6:30pm) – one guard/rotating schedule • Swim lessons take place during certain weeks of the summer during post camp (46pm). Inquire for specific weeks. Lifeguards will work on a rotating schedule to work during swim lessons/weeks as instructors as well as lookouts. If unable to work during these hours on the weeks specified for swim lessons it is the responsibility of the lifeguard to notify the waterfront director, in advance. • There may be weekend and special event (non-camp) work. If so, it will be communicated to the staff for sign up purposes. However, staff is not obligated to work these types of events.
Agreement: I have read and understand the Job Description for the Camp Sargent Lifeguard. I agree to fulfill all requirements necessary for the performance of all job segments as described. I understand that periodic performance reviews will evaluate my performance. I will further the goals and objectives of the YMCA of Greater Nashua, and make a positive contribution to the association by example, in performance, through behavior, and in interaction with other employees, campers, volunteers, members, and guests.
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