Aquatics Associate (FT)

YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Family Membership

Discounted Access to Programs

Flexible Scheduling

Family-friendly Work Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's Farmington Family YMCA is seeking lifeguards to maintain safe swimming conditions and promote member safety and engagement.

Responsibilities include active surveillance, responding to emergencies, performing equipment checks, and attending required trainings; previous lifeguard experience is preferred but not required. The role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for certification within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school education or above (16+).
• 1 year of lifeguard experience preferred.
• Red Cross lifeguard certification preferred; certification offered.
• CPR, First Aid, AED and oxygen safety trainings required or provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area using scanning methods.
• Responds to emergencies and relays reports per policies.
• Performs equipment and chemical checks and documents results.
• Attends staff meetings and required trainings.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Lifeguard experience

Surveillance skills

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification (preferred)

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

Basic First Aid

AED

Emergency Oxygen training

Job description

LIKE BEING IN THE WATER? MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Farmington Family YMCA

YMCA Employee Benefits

• FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
• Flexible Scheduling
• Family-friendly Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

General Function

The lifeguard is responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions under Y policies and safety rules, while creating a safe and positive atmosphere for promotion of YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit member safety and engagement.

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

• At a minimum, some high school level education (over 16+ years of age)
• 1 year of experience is preferred, but not required
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard license is preferred, but not required (we offer certification)
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen

Position Benefits

Free American Red Cross Lifeguard Training!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area utilizing the “effective 10/20 scanning strategy”, while ensuring fellow staff follow proper guidelines and correct when needed
• Responds to emergencies and relays reports in accordance with YMCA and The American Red Cross policies and guidelines
• Performs and documents proper equipment and chemical checks using appropriate protocol
• Attends all staff meetings, required training and certification courses, and attends monthly in-service training.
• Performs other assigned duties as directed by the supervisor.

Abilities & Skills

• Ability to hear and observe distress signals in the water and anywhere in the zone of responsibility
• Skills to meet strength and lifting requirements

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).