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Stateline Family YMCA Early Morning Lifeguard in Beloit, Wisconsin
People of all ages and backgrounds come to the Y learn to swim, for water safety education, and to meet their health and wellness goals in the pool. Lifeguards are essential to ensuring a safe environment for those individuals. The lifeguard creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas. (6am - 11am)
Join a forward-thinking non-profit organization in furthering our mission to provide programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area
Know/review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Complete related reports as required
Maintain effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff
Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area
Perform equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed
Check the pool for hazardous conditions
Perform chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and take appropriate action
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
- 1-2 years' related experience preferred
Education
Some high school required
Coursework in lifeguarding and/or water safety preferred
Certification
Lifeguard certification required
Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, and emergency oxygen administration required
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