Lifeguard - Old Bridge

Join our YMCA Aquatic Team! Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on 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.

Requirements

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area and remain on duty and in an alert state until properly relieved from duty.
• Knows, reviews, implements, and discusses all safety rules, policies, and emergency procedures with all members and rentals.
• Arrive at your designated location at scheduled time, dressed appropriately in lifeguard attire (lifeguard shirt, bathing suit, easily removed foot gear, water bottle, and sunscreen).
• Completes mandatory staff trainings and attends all staff meetings (in-person & online).
• Attends monthly in-service trainings in accordance with YMCA standards, and the state Health Department Code.
• Checks pool, pool deck, and equipment for hazardous conditions upon arrival and departure, and maintains cleanliness.
• Ensures that all appropriate equipment and supplies are available as needed.
• Performs chemical testing when not actively guarding and maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and the state Health Department code.
• Reports any discrepancies with chemical readings to immediate supervisor.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.