Lifeguard Coordinator

YMCA of Greater Brandywine • Penn Township, PA

7d • $21 - $27

About The Position

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure Develop and conduct specialized training sessions and contribute to overall programming growth within Aquatics for YMCA members. Coordinate Lifeguard schedules, training and overall aquatic operations. Support Director to maintaining high quality aquatic programing. Who Are We? The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of advanced experience in specialty field and/or pursuing advanced education in a related field (i.e. Dance, Tennis, Martial Arts, etc.)
• Must be 21 years or older
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs
• Experience teaching a minimum of 4 years in the specialized area
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the specialized area
• Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Conducts class sessions as scheduled and provides assistance in a safe, enthusiastic, thorough, courteous, and professional manner.
• Leads program with enthusiasm and positive motivation.
• Promotes and exhibits a healthy attitude, lifestyle, and appearance.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and ability to demonstrate skills necessary for Aquatic Safety.
• Organizes and maintains program records (i.e., attendance records, rosters, etc.)
• Manages all equipment.
• Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
• Communicates effectively and timely with program participants and parents.
• Prior to the start of class (monthly or academy), communicates and assists participants with questions.
• Ensures all children are picked up by a parent.
• Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referring inquiries to appropriate person.
• Create staff schedule and communicate with staff.
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed