Lifeguard (Part Time)

The Summit Area YMCA•Summit, NJ

63d•$17 - $20

About The Position

Make a difference in every shift. At the Summit YMCA, being a Lifeguard means more than watching the water—it means protecting lives, building relationships, and creating a welcoming, safe environment for all. As part of the Summit Area YMCA (SAY), you’ll join a cause-driven team that believes in community, inclusion, and helping people reach their full potential. We are seeking engaged and responsible Lifeguards to join our aquatics team and ensure the safety of our members and guests. The Lifeguard monitors the pool, deck, and surrounding areas, maintains a positive atmosphere, and upholds all YMCA safety standards and procedures. You might be the right candidate if: You currently have or have the ability to obtain a Lifeguard and CPR/ AED Certifications. You have experience and a passion for aquatics You are a people person who enjoys making connections and building relationships. You want to make a difference in the community. You know how to swim and tread water. Your are are resourceful and can think on your feet. Salary & Benefits: Salary range for this role is $17.25- 20.00/hour, based on experience. This Part Time position is scheduled to work up to 25 hours per week. The current available shifts include hours on Monday - Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm and Saturday 10am - 7pm. The Summit Area YMCA offers generous employee benefits including a free YMCA membership, discounts on family membership, continued professional development training, and 12% salary contribution to your retirement plan upon eligibility. At the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together.

Requirements

Must know how to swim and tread water.
Current certificate or ability to obtain American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard.
Current Certification or ability to obtain in Professional Rescuer CPR/AED and First Aid.
Must obtain certification for Emergency Oxygen Administration, Asthma Inhaler and Epi-Pen Administration within first 6 months of employment.
Must be a minimum of 15 years old.

Responsibilities

Maintains constant surveillance of the water, deck and pool areas at all times.
Actively scans the pool to achieve a 10 x 10 reaction time.
Knows, understands and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
Maintains a professional attitude and appearance, wearing the proper uniform/equipment for each shift.
Maintains effective relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.
Gives 100% attention to the patrons and operation of the pool area. Is alert, vigilant and conscientious.
Maintains current certifications (Lifeguard, CPR-PR, First-Aid)
Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with Y policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
Knows all Aquatic Department policies and procedures and adheres to them.
Helps in maintaining pool area, including testing (chlorine and pH readings), cleaning, equipment and chemicals and completes all appropriate forms (accident report, fecal/vomitus report) thoroughly and legibly and in a timely manner.
Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
Stays in good physical condition to properly perform as a lifeguard.
Attends all scheduled meetings, trainings and events.
Completes other duties as assigned.
As an Ambassador for the Y, communicates to members, volunteers, and the general public that the Y is the nation’s leading non-profit committed to strengthening the community through Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.