LIFEGUARD

YMCA of Columbia Willamette•Vancouver, WA

101d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA is seeking individuals with an interest in Aquatics or Emergency Services to become Lifeguards. This role involves learning to save lives around the water and is ideal for swimming enthusiasts who are 16 years or older. Lifeguards act as first responders, using their training to perform rescues, educate members on pool rules, and uphold YMCA policies. The position offers flexible working hours, with shifts typically from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, and is part-time, up to 30 hours per week.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years old
Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification
Be able to pass a written/physical assessment prior to duty
Have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
Have ability to observe participant activities adequately, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures
Swim 150 yards (freestyle or breaststroke) demonstrating endurance and breath control (face in the water), then tread water for 2 minutes using only legs (no hands), then swim 50 additional yards without stopping
Brick rescue within 1 minute 40 seconds (without the use of goggles, swim 20 yards, dive 7-10 feet to retrieve 10lb object, return to starting point on back with both hands on brick, exit without using ladder or steps)