Lifeguard Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Active lifeguard certification, such as YMCA or Red Cross certification.
• At least 18 years of age for Lifeguard II.
• Physically and verbally able to interact with members and staff.
• Able to visually scan the pool.
• Able at times to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Required training or certifications include Child Abuse Prevention within the first four weeks of employment; Respect in the Workplace (Sexual Harassment Prevention); The Professional Lifeguard, Disappearing Dummies; CPR, First Aid, and O2; and YMCA Lifeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Continuously and consistently scan the pool to help prevent emergencies.
• Recognize emergencies or potential incidents and address them immediately.
• Know and activate the branch and pool Emergency Action Plan (EAP) when needed.
• Perform assists or rescues as needed.
• Provide CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen as needed.
• Complete incident reports in a timely and effective manner.
• Enforce pool rules and handle issues professionally.
• Maintain a clean and safe pool environment.
• Assist with pool cleaning and testing when off the lifeguard stand.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with supervisors.
• Participate in branch safety and quality drills.
• Attend required monthly and yearly in-service trainings.
• Arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled shift.
• Ensure doors are securely locked when a lifeguard is not on duty, and never leave the pool unattended.
• Find personal shift coverage when needed; changes in hours must be in writing and signed by consenting parties.
• Use active listening with members to understand their goals and interests, build relationships, and assist them in achieving their goals.
• Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA mission and goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $500 sign-on bonus for certified guards.
• Free YMCA membership for the employee.
• Discounts on specialty programs, including personal training and swimming lessons.
• Discounted or free family membership.
• Retirement plan up to 10%, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Vacation and sick time; part-time employees receive sick time.
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills and learn new skills and functions.
• YMCA career training programs.
• Healthy work/life balance.