Jobs in Newport News, VA

About the role

Imagine being part of one of the most respected human services organizations in the world—a place where your work positively influences the lives of others, a place where you thrive in a values-based environment, a place where you are building a better future for yourself and your community. LIFEGUARD TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED!!!

What you'll bring

• Minimum of 15 years of age (with Red Cross certification
• 16 for YMCA).
• YMCA lifeguard certification or if Red Cross certified, switch over to YMCA within 6 months of hire.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED/O2.
• Complete and maintain required trainings to include but not limited to: New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment upon hire and annually thereafter.
• Staff must be at least 18 years of age to enter the pump room, and must be adequately trained to perform chemical related duties.
• Ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to pass lifeguard water test and meet requirements of ongoing drills.
• Must be able to remain alert.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to recognize visual and verbal distress signs/actions from potential drowning victim within 10 seconds.
• Ability to respond to victim in water within 10 seconds.