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Lifeguard Instructor Northeast

YMCA of Greater Louisville - Louisville, KY

As the nation’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job. We offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. As a key member of the Aquatics team, this position teaches YMCA Lifeguard courses according to the YMCA of the USA training design. The purpose of this position is to provide a positive role model for members and students as well as fellow aquatic staff and to create a character-developing atmosphere while promoting best practices for aquatic safety.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Team player with personal commitment to the YMCA Mission, Philosophy, & Character Development Values
People centered, service oriented
YMCA Lifeguard certification or non-YMCA Lifeguard Instructor certification
Minimum age of 18
Excellent oral and written communication skills

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Uphold the Mission of the YMCA
Maintain all required certifications
Take complete responsibility for scheduled hours and, if necessary, follow the appropriate substitute procedures and cover shifts when necessary
Teach YMCA Lifeguard courses regularly
Follow YMCA of the USA training guidelines
Complete course paperwork in a timely manner, including submitting certification paperwork to YMCA of the USA
Assist in Lifeguard shift coverage when possible
Attend all staff meetings and trainings as required by the Aquatics Director

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to pass lifeguard instruction certification course
Must be able to remain alert
Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals
Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision
Ability to demonstrate strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue
Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations
Work in a wet/humid environment and come into contact with chlorine.
Exposure to indoor or outdoor elements
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Noise level-High

STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE: $13.50/hour

Certification Requirements (Any)

YMCA Lifeguard certification or non-YMCA Lifeguard Instructor certification

Additional Information/Benefits

The YMCA of Greater Louisville maintains a strong commitment to training and professional development. As a new YMCA team member you will receive a community wide individual membership upon completion of the New Employee Orientation, program discounts, and participation in the YMCA retirement fund.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits:

Equal Opportunity Employer

This job reports to the Aquatics Operations Director
this is a Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, Weekends, Most classes are held once a month over a five day period and consist of weeknight and weekend hours. Total training is approximately 40 hours. For the summer season, we hold 2 trainings a month, starting in the Spring and training hours/days become more flexible.

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