Lifeguard - Gloucester

YMCA of the Pines•Woodbury, NJ

1d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Lifeguard supports the YMCA mission by maintaining a safe aquatic environment through active surveillance, emergency response, rule enforcement, and positive member engagement. This part-time role helps ensure high standards of safety, cleanliness, and member experience within the Aquatics facility. Lifeguard position is 10-20 hours based on availability and organizational need. We offer opening, closing, and weekend shifts.

Requirements

16 years of age or older
Completion of lifeguard training
Strong attention to detail required as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work with many interruptions, handling multiple tasks in a calm and responsible way, always affirming the member (e.g., scan and smile, nod, wave while answering the phone, if alone).
Ability to demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, and the desire to work with all ages, especially children
Must be able to show initiative in the absence of supervision
Must be able to visually see all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility
Must be able to adequately hear noises and distinguish distress signals

Responsibilities

Maintain constant active surveillance of assigned zones
Recognize and respond quickly to emergencies
Perform water rescues, CPR/AED, and First Aid as needed
Enforce pool rules and identify potential hazards
Complete incident and accident reports
Remain calm and focused while managing multiple responsibilities and interruptions.
Meet the physical demands required to perform lifeguard rescue and response skills.
Assist with maintaining a clean and organized pool deck
Conduct safety and equipment checks
Regularly monitor and record pool temperature, chlorine and pH levels based on city and state health standards
Complete assigned deck duties and facility tasks
Participate in mandatory lifeguard in-service trainings
Provide excellent customer service
Work independently and collaboratively with participants of all ages and backgrounds.
Build positive relationships with members and staff
Promote YMCA programs when appropriate
Demonstrate YMCA core values in all interactions
Demonstrate strong attention to detail, communication, and interpersonal skills.