Lifeguard

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

The YWCA El Paso del Norte Region is the largest and most comprehensive YWCA in the United States. We are dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Become part of our amazing team—exciting opportunities are waiting for you! Join us in making a difference while growing your career with purpose and passion.

Employment Benefits Include:

• Free membership to any of our YWCA locations 
• Indoor heated pools open year-round for water aerobics
• Two locations offering lap swimming (East and Central)
• Access to weight rooms and cardio equipment at all locations
• Fitness classes including Yoga, Pilates, Aquacise, and Zumba

Join a team committed to strengthening our community while supporting your personal and professional growth.

• Katharine White Harvey Branch - 313 Bartlett Dr. El Paso, TX. 79912 

• Shirley Leavell Branch - 10712 Sam Snead Dr. El Paso, TX. 79935

• Joyce Jaynes Branch - 1600 Brown St. El Paso, TX. 79902 

• Escobar Branch - 115 Davis Dr. El Paso, TX. 79907

JOB SUMMARY:

Schedule may vary - PT - (5hrs-25hrs)
Under general supervision, ensures the safety of patrons of an aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies and performs routine pool maintenance activities to ensure a safe, clean pool environment.

• Regular attendance at Employer's place of business and/or during particular hours, as assigned, is an essential function of this position.

• Employee must comply with and follow YWCA’s attendance policy at all times, unless a reasonable accommodation is requested and granted, as required by law. 

• Supervise patrons in the pool area at all times, enforcing all safety rules.

• Implement water safety practices and maintain American Red Cross Water Safety Standards.

• Prevent accidents through enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances.

• Responds to all emergencies in pool area in accordance with procedures and American Red Cross Lifeguard methods, providing emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services. 

• Maintain professional and courteous communication with front desk staff, parents, and participants.

• Conducts pool safety area checks and chemical maintenance following prescribed schedule and procedures.

• Performs routine maintenance functions including cleaning the facility, helping with pool vacuuming, doing grounds work (i.e., picking up and hauling trash, pulling weeds in deck area expansion joints), daily cleaning of rest rooms, and picking up parking lot and other designated areas.

• Reports needed equipment repair or water quality concerns to supervisor by end of shift.

• Prepares and maintains appropriate activity and incidence reports. 

• Properly stores all chemicals in accordance with local city/county health and federal requirements.  Ensures pool meets city/county health standards and that chemicals are handled using proper masks.

• Helps organize swimming classes for participants from pre-school to adults.

• Teaches or assists instructors in teaching swim lessons.

• Substitutes for swim lessons and water exercise classes as needed.

• Opens and closes the pool at the scheduled times.
• Recruit's participants for pool activities.
• Attends training and meetings as required.
• Interprets YWCA purpose, imperative, and mission to staff and public.
• Communicates all problems and questions to supervisor.
• Communicates with all levels of staff and public as appropriate to the job.
• Follows all YWCA policies and procedures, including safety procedures, at all times.
• Responsible for all equipment, supplies, documents, and materials related to job.
•       Complies with all federal, state, and local regulations.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school degree preferred or be a minimum of 16 years of age enrolled in school with an active student status.
• Must possess a nationally recognized lifeguard certification. Certification must remain current throughout employment with the YWCA.
• One (1) year lifeguard experience preferable, or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Knowledge of water safety and pool chlorination and filtration systems preferred.      
• Must possess excellent swimming skills and pass a swim test.
• Must be First Aid/CPR certified.  Certification must remain current throughout employment with the YWCA.
• Must be able to interact positively and communicate with people of all ages and types essential.
• Ability to analyze situations and make needed decisions is required.
• Must be in good physical condition to lift and carry children and adults in water.
• Must have stamina to work in the sun in extreme heat for long hours.
• May be required to be on-call and to work weekends and nights.
• May need to have access to personal vehicle with valid driver’s license and sufficient auto liability insurance, if assignment requires performing duties at multiple locations.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.

ANTICIPATED BENEFITS:
YWCA Membership and Program Discounts