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Lifeguards and swim instructors

Street
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
Swim instructor
€40,000 - €60,000 a year
Posted: 7 June
Offer description

Keeping People Safe Around Water for 166 Years

Dive into a new opportunity with the YMCA - Indian Boundary YMCA is now hiring lifeguards, swim instructors, or both!

Salary range starts at $16.34 per hour, flexible scheduling opportunities, and opportunities to grow within the organization.

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that are essential to making a positive impact in our communities. We offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

* Paid Training and Free Lifeguard classes.
* Complimentary Family YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs.
* Do meaningful work and contribute to the YMCA's vision by meeting the needs of our communities.
* Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!


What you will do:

* Provide high-level customer service to members, program participants, and guests.
* Supervise and guard the pool and aquatic facility, ensuring adherence to all YMCA aquatic guidelines and procedures.
* Examine injured persons and administer first aid or CPR as needed.
* Perform water rescues using rescue techniques and equipment.
* Contact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury.
* Obtain further water safety certifications.
* Attend all scheduled in-service trainings and staff meetings.


Requirements:

* Must be at least 16 years old (swim instructor) / 15 years old (lifeguard).
* Must complete or hold current YMCA or Red Cross lifeguard certification, along with First Aid, AED, CPR, and Oxygen Administration certifications.
* Physical ability to use aquatic equipment for rescues and meet other physical requirements.
* Be alert to dangerous situations to ensure swimmer safety.
* Able to respond effectively to emergencies, administering CPR and First Aid.
* Ability to meet physical requirements outlined for the role.
* YMCA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities.
* Implement YMCA swim curricula appropriately and prepare lesson plans.
* Maintain records such as attendance, skills sheets, and progress reports.
* Enforce aquatic rules and policies with constant supervision.
* Set up and store equipment, report unsafe conditions or broken equipment.


Child Abuse Prevention:

* Report hazards and suspicious behavior.
* Follow policies for child safety and supervision.
* Complete required child abuse prevention training.

Qualifications:

Behaviors: Team Player, Detail Oriented

Motivations: Growth Opportunities, Flexibility

Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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