Differential pay available for opening shifts.

　　

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ABOUT US

　　At the YMCA of Western North Carolina, we look for individuals passionate about giving back to the community and helping people. We bring our mission and core values to life through our culture: We are welcoming: by being open to all. We are genuine: by valuing you and embracing your individuality. We are hopeful: by believing in you and your potential. We are nurturing: by supporting 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 YMCA of WNC is committed to strengthening the foundations of community through programming that supports youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our programs nurture the greatness in every child, promote well-being throughout the community, and give back to our neighbors in need.

　　ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Lifeguard, you will maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. You will create a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. In addition, you will build positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community.

　　

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPrimary Duties (On the stand):Actively scans and maintains constant vigilance over the aquatic area.Knows and reviews all emergency procedures, responds to emergency situations immediately per YMCA policies and procedures, and completes related reports as required.Identifies and celebrates the successes of members and program participantsContinuously exhibits honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, reliability, flexibility, maturity, and good decision-making skills.Wears required uniform while on duty: lifeguard shirt, bathing suit and/or shorts, whistle, tube, and a hip pack containing a pocket mask, gloves, and other first aid items, as instructed by the aquatic's supervisor.

　　Secondary Duties (Off the stand):These duties can be completed while working a shift with adequate pool coverage or off the stand.Always reports to duty on time and works all scheduled shifts. Finds a qualified substitute and obtain approval from the immediate supervisor if missing a scheduled shift is unavoidable.Attends and actively participates in all required aquatic staff training and meetings.Accurately completes and submits all safety and maintenance records concerning the pool area and usage of the pool as outlined in the Lifeguard Manual.Inspects and maintains all emergency equipment (Shepherd's Crooks, ring buoys, rescue tubes, etc.) and other pool equipment and informs the aquatics supervisor and/or Properties Director immediately of necessary equipment repairs.Assists in membership retention by interacting and building relationships with members and guests.Initiates communications with the Aquatics Supervisor as necessary concerning program problems, personnel conflicts, and member concerns.Perform other duties as assigned.

　　

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ABOUT YOUQualificationsMinimum age 15.Hold a nationally recognized lifeguard certification, preferred but not required, training available for qualified candidates.Lifeguards must currently hold or be able to achieve and maintain the following certifications.o Pass Skills Testo CPR for the Professional Rescuero Standard First Aido Emergency Oxygen Administration O2o Automated External Defibrillation AEDo American Red Cross and YMCA Lifeguard are accepted for hire.o Must obtain Be the B and and Darkness to Light within 90 days

　　Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness

　　

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PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOBThe 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.Hear noises and distress signals in an aquatic environment. (Significant background noise may exist in the aquatic environment.Remain alert without lapses in consciousness for extended periods of time.Lift 50+ lbs. from the floor and 200+ lbs. in rescue situations.Sit for extended periods of time, including in an elevated chair.Ascend and descend ladders.Communicate verbally with good voice projection and clarity.Hear noises and distress signals in an aquatic environment. (Significant background noise may exist in the aquatic environment.)Observe all areas of the aquatic area, including the pool deck, water surface, and pool bottomAbility to stand for long periods of time.Bend or stoop to reach various height levels

　　

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PART-TIME BENEFITS

　　Free individual membership to all YMCA of WNC locationsDiscounted membership for household membersDiscounted program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more)Start a 403(b) smart savings account on day one of employment (optional) and begin eligibility for YMCA retirement planProfessional development opportunities through local and Y-USA trainings

　　

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The YMCA of Western North Carolina is committed to equal opportunity in terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.