Lifeguard - Freehold

YMCA of Greater Monmouth County • Freehold, NJ

89d • $16 - $18

About The Position

Join our YMCA Aquatic Team! This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the pool deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 15.
• Current YMCA, American Red Cross, or equivalent accepted by the Bathing Code Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area and remain on duty and in an alert state until properly relieved from duty.
• Knows, reviews, implements, and discusses all safety rules, policies, and emergency procedures with all members and rentals.
• Responds to emergency or unsafe situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and completes related reports as required.
• Arrive at your designated location at scheduled time, dressed appropriately in lifeguard attire (lifeguard shirt, bathing suit, easily removed foot gear, water bottle, and sunscreen).
• Completes mandatory staff trainings and attends all staff meetings (in-person & online).
• Attends monthly in-service trainings in accordance with YMCA standards, and the state Health Department Code.
• Checks pool, pool deck, and equipment for hazardous conditions upon arrival and departure, and maintains cleanliness.
• Ensures that all appropriate equipment and supplies are available as needed.
• Performs chemical testing when not actively guarding and maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and the state Health Department code.
• Reports any discrepancies with chemical readings to immediate supervisor.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees