AQUATICS LEAD-Morning

YMCA of Columbia Willamette

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Description

Do you have experience in Aquatics?

Want to learn how to lead a team of lifeguards and swim instructors?

Are you a team player? Are you 18 or older?

Do you have an interest in Aquatics and Safety Training courses?

Become an Aquatic Lead at the YMCA!

Why should you apply?

Free Household Gym Membership
Free Group Fitness Classes
Free Pool Access
Free HydroMassage (for those over 18)
Program Discounts
Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
Opportunities for Growth/Leadership
Build your Resume
Work with your friends
Engage with your community
Flexible working hours (part time - up to 30 hrs/week) based on your availability

What would you be doing?

Planning and facilitating Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/First Aid, and Babysitting courses
Available 430-9 AM Mon-Friday
Leading by example - using your training to perform rescues in and around the pool
Teaching swimming lessons according the YMCA Swim Lessons curriculum
Keeping your skills fresh by leading and participating in Inservice Training and Drills
Educating members/guests on pool rules and safety - taking the lead in difficult situations
Supervising staff and overseeing activities in the absence of the Director or Coordinator
Assisting leadership staff with administrative tasks
Assisting with pump/chemical room maintenance duties
Being a positive role model for youths in your community
Upholding the YMCA Policies and Standards

Requirements

What do you need to qualify?

Be at least 18 years old
Have at least 2 years of aquatic experience
Be available at least 20 hours/week
Be available for morning opening shifts and weekend shifts
Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification*
Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification*
Possess a current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification (preferred)
Possess a current CPO or AFO certification (preferred)
Be able to pass a written/physical assessment prior to duty
Have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
Have ability to observe participant activities adequately, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures

*Current certification not necessary - certification/training is available!

Red Cross Lifeguard Prerequisite Skills

300 yard continuous swim (freestyle or breaststroke) demonstrating endurance and breath control (face in the water)
2 minutes treading water legs only (no hands)
Brick rescue within 1 minute 40 seconds (without the use of goggles, swim 20 yards, dive 7-10 feet to retrieve 10lb object, return to starting point on back with both hands on brick, exit without using ladder or steps)

CPR