Lifeguard - MORNING SHIFTS

GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA • Basking Ridge, NJ

6d • $17 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard supports the YMCA’s work to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The role maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and in surrounding areas while creating a safe, positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

The position is at Somerset Hills YMCA. Available schedules include 4:45 a.m.–10:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., or a double shift of 4:45 a.m.–9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.; additional time slots are available. The posting lists $19–$21 for 5:00 a.m.–7:00 a.m.

The role requires active pool surveillance, familiarity with emergency procedures, consistent application of aquatic safety rules, and readiness to respond immediately to emergencies. Lifeguards may assist with swim lessons, supervise the deck, perform equipment checks and chemical testing, and maintain records as required. The position also involves attending staff meetings and in-service training, maintaining positive relationships, and wearing the required lifeguard uniform items.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications.
• Current YMCA or ARC Lifeguard certification or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Emotional resiliency and cognitive abilities to carry out job responsibilities; ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships; interpersonal skills to interact effectively with individuals and groups while respecting social and cultural diversity and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Ability to physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
• Ability to hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and throughout the zone of responsibility.
• Ability to remain alert without lapses of consciousness.
• Ability to see and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area.
• Address member concerns and direct members to program areas or lane needs; support the Aquatic team.
• Assist with swim lessons and deck supervision as needed by department operations.
• Know and review emergency procedures, respond immediately to emergencies according to YMCA policies and procedures, and complete related reports as required.
• Apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area; maintain records required by the YMCA and/or state Health Department code.
• Walk the pool perimeter and scan the bottom before taking over the lifeguard stand.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available.
• Check the pool for hazardous conditions upon arrival.
• Perform chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and take appropriate action.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service training.
• Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
• Wear the required uniform items: lifeguard shirt, bathing suit, whistle, and PPE hip bag.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free individual membership access to any YMCA in the nation.
• 10% discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to the Y Retirement Fund from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed