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About the Role
As a Lifeguard, you play a key role in making sure everyone feels safe and confident in the water. Your focus and quick response help create a secure environment where members can learn, improve, and enjoy their time in the pool. By staying alert and following safety protocols, you help minimize risks and ensure a positive experience for all. Your role isn't just about watching the water--it's about building a community where everyone can thrive. We're hiring Lifeguards at multiple locations! We're looking for candidates with all availability who can work 15-28 hours per week. This is a meaningful opportunity to build skills, make a positive impact, and be part of a great team--plus, you'll receive a free YMCA membership!
Responsibilities
- Proactively monitor pool areas and enforce safety rules to prevent accidents.
- React to emergencies with appropriate first aid and CPR.
- Identify and resolve potential hazards immediately.
- Regularly inspect pool equipment and facilities, reporting any issues.
- Inform members about pool rules and safety procedures.
- Help with swim lessons and aquatics programs.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pool area and locker rooms.
- Attend all required trainings and staff meetings.
- Demonstrate YMCA's purpose and values in all interactions.
- Serve as an ambassador for the organization.
- Assist with any other tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be at a minimum of 16 years old.
- Hold a valid lifeguard certification from either the YMCA or the Red Cross, including certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen administration.
- Excellent swimming skills, ability to perform rescue techniques and endurance maintenance.
- Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations.
- You have a growth mindset - You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in an effort to continuously improve.
- You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and can work well with others.
- You communicate effectively - You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively.
- You are customer-focused -- You build good customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
- You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging - You leverage people's differences as strengths.
- Comfort working in a pool environment, with exposure to water, chlorine, and varying temperatures.
- Ability to stand, walk, swim, and remain alert for extended periods.
- Ability to hear and distinguish distress signals, visually scan all areas of the pool, and respond quickly to emergencies.
- Ability to lift and move equipment, children, and perform other physical tasks related to pool supervision and instruction.
- Effective verbal communication, including projecting your voice across distances in both normal and noisy conditions.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Skills
- First Aid
- CPR/AED
- Oxygen administration
- Swimming
- Rescue techniques
- Communication
- Customer service
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
Location
- Multiple locations
Work Type
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
Education Level
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Benefits
- Free household YMCA membership
- Retirement planning options
- Learning and development workshops
- Exclusive cell phone plan discounts
- Discounts on programs and services
About the Company
- The YMCA is an organization focused on building a community where everyone can thrive.