Lifeguard & Aquatics @ Guilderland Pool at Capital District YMCA in Guilderland, New York

Job Description:

The Guilderland YMCA is seeking dynamic individuals to fill the roles of Lifeguard and/or Swim Instructor. These two (2) aquatics positions support the work of the Y, a leading charity committed to strengthening our community. The Lifeguard role maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. The Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.

Both positions create a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. They also build positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community.

 

GUILDERLAND YMCA - CURRENT VACANCIES

• 10 Lifeguards - Part time, various shifts 


• 5 Swim Instructors - Part time, various shifts 

 

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL AQUATIC POSITIONS

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  AGE RESTRICTION: Minimum age of 16 years old.


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  TESTING: Be able to pass a CDYMCA swim test, administered by the Aquatics Director or designated individual.


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  CERTIFICATIONS: Valid CPR, AED, and First Aid 


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  SKILLS: Excellent organizational, communication and problem solving skills. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community

 

SWIM INSTRUCTOR - $14.20 PER HOUR - DELIVERS SWIM LESSONS

REQUIRED DOCUMENT(S): NYS Working Papers (Under 18 yrs old), and aquatic certifications

• Basic knowledge of computers.

 

LIFEGUARD - $14.20 PER HOUR -  MONITORS POOL, DECK, AND SURROUNDING AREAS.

REQUIRED DOCUMENT(S): NYS Working Papers (Under 18 yrs old), and aquatic certifications

• Additional Certifications: Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, Lifeguard and emergency oxygen administration


• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness

Part Time Perks - FREE single membership and paid sick leave!

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