Mid-Day Lifeguard

Old Colony YMCA•Easton, MA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mid-Day Lifeguard works weekday shifts and must be available for opening hours. The role includes paid lifeguard certification training, with the position extended upon successful completion of the ELLIS Lifeguarding course. Lifeguards help maintain a safe and welcoming pool environment, support aquatic programs and events, assist members and participants, and follow pool procedures and safety requirements.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years old.
Hold current Ellis Lifeguard certification and current CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certifications.
Maintain “Test Ready” standards.
Be able to perform all physical tasks of a lifeguard, including lifting an adult from the pool onto the pool deck.
Complete program-specific and employee orientation training within the required timeline.
Have weekday and opening availability.
Successfully complete the ELLIS Lifeguarding course for the position to be extended.

Responsibilities

Arrive on deck in uniform and ready to open the pool promptly at the scheduled time.
Greet members courteously.
Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing aquatic special events, including lap swim and water-walking incentives.
Monitor lap swimmers and designate fast or slow lanes when required.
Explain class and pool procedures to participants and enforce posted pool rules.
Provide friendly, courteous service to YMCA members, clients, and volunteers.
Report accidents and incidents to a supervisor using the appropriate forms.
Wear lifeguard attire as requested by the supervisor.
Attend staff meetings scheduled by the supervisor.
Secure all pool doors at the end of the shift unless properly relieved by another certified staff member.
Communicate program and membership promotions to participants and members.