Our West Boise YMCA is seeking Head Lifeguards to join the team. This role provides leadership and influence within the program area they are working, while creating a safe, friendly and nurturing atmosphere.
Schedule:
Both Full and Part-Time positions available. Primary shifts to fill are:
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9:00am to Noon
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Noon-4:00pm
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4:00pm - 9:00pm
We are open Sunday through Saturday. Benefits are available at 30+ hours weekly.
Starting Pay: $14.95-$18.69/hr. Additional $2.50/hr. Differential for Summer May 7th- Sept 6th or $17.45/hour. An additional $2.19/hr. for shifts between 5am and 9am.
Benefits:
The Treasure Valley Family YMCA provides a progressive work environment with great benefits for qualifying full-time employees. Benefits include:
- 12% employer-funded retirement plan after two years of service with immediate vesting and ability to make additional contributions to retirement benefits through 403(b) savings plan.
- High quality and affordable benefits including health (75% employer paid for family) and dental insurance (50% employer-paid for family).
- Free use of YMCA facilities for immediate family.
- Generous paid time off package, earning at the rate of 24 paid days off per year to start.
Responsibilities:
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Create a safe environment for members and participants through active deck scanning, being on time and ready to respond quickly and appropriately while role modeling safe behavior.
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Designated First Responder.
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Engage members and participants in effective, age-appropriate communication using the Y voice attributes.
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The head guard will actively engage with and encourage members during swim tests and lessons.
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Develop intentional relationships and engage members in a way to help them meet the seven Cause Measurement goals.
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Adhere to Aquatics Leading Practice Manual.
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Using the Y voice attributes provide appropriate feedback to participants and members as needed.
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Function as a point person for others in the same job position.
Qualifications:
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Must be 18 years of age or older upon hire.
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Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green).
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Ability to pass all standard safety drills with an 80% passing average.
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Ability to swim 500 yards in 12 minutes or less. 400 yards is crawl and 100 must be breaststroke.
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Lifeguard Instructor Certification preferred.
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Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
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Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
REQUIRED LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:
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First Aid – Prerequisite upon hire.
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Oxygen Cert– Prerequisite upon hire.
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Basic Life Support– Prerequisite upon hire.
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Y Lifeguard – Prerequisite upon hire.
Welcoming and Inclusion:
At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.
How To Apply:
External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact [email protected]. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.
