Lifeguard - El Camino

YMCA•Mountain View, CA

22h•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of all pool patrons by monitoring activities, enforcing pool rules, and responding quickly to emergencies. This role requires vigilance, strong swimming skills, and the ability to provide first aid or CPR as needed. The lifeguard helps maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for swimmers of all ages.

Requirements

Must be 15 years of age
Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, and emergency oxygen administration certifications and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date
YMCA Lifeguard certification or approved lifeguard certification
Patience and the ability to effectively communicate

Responsibilities

Actively scan the pool, looking for hazards and monitoring the safety of swimmers
Conduct swim tests with young swimmers
Adheres to program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards, and ensures consistency with evidence-based practices
Attends staff meetings and trainings
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies
Complete required abuse prevention training.
Supervise high-risk activities responsibly and report any unsafe or inappropriate behavior.
Follow mandated reporting laws for suspected abuse.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Other duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisor