Summer Lifeguards Needed - $16.35/hr. starting May 7th - Caldwell YMCA

Our Caldwell YMCA is currently seeking Summer Lifeguards for the upcoming season!  Our Lifeguards are responsible for creating a safe environment for aquatics participants and serving as First Responder in emergency situations.

Applicants, ages 16+, can enroll in a YMCA Lifeguard certification course. We teach Basic Life Support, Adult First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, and Emergency Use of Medical Oxygen during the course.

Schedule and Compensation:

Full Time shifts, 40 hours weekly, Monday through Friday. Shift times are between 5:00am and 4:00pm.

Part Time shifts, 20 hours weekly, Monday through Friday.  Weekends are required.

Starting Pay:  $13.85 per hour. Additional $2.50/hr. Differential for Summer May 7th- Sept 6th or $16.35/hour.  An additional $2.19/hr. for shifts between 5am and 9am.

Employee Benefits:

• 12% YMCA retirement fund contribution for qualifying staff
• Professional growth and development through YMCA-sponsored trainings
• Competitive benefits package for qualifying full-time staff including a generous paid-time-off package, medical, and dental insurance
• Complimentary Membership at the YMCA
• Staff rates on programs and services
• Flexible work schedules and a family-friendly environment

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Engage members and participants in effective, age-appropriate communication using the Y voice attributes. The down guard will actively engage with and encourage members during swim tests and lessons.
• Develop intentional relationships and engage members in a way to help them meet the seven Cause Measurement goals.
• Adhere to Aquatics Leading Practice Manual.
• Provide appropriate feedback to participants and members as needed.
• Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff, and volunteers at assigned program areas by adhering to YMCA Lifeguarding and association lifeguard standards.
• Communicate health and safety rules and regulations to participants, parents, and volunteers. 

Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years of age or older upon hire.
• Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green).
• Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
• Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
• Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.

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.