Aquatics & Wellness Specialist

River Crossing YMCA; Nazareth, Northern (Northampton County, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Discounts on child care and summerCamp

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

6 paid holidays

Supplemental insurance benefits

Job summary

River Crossing YMCA in Nazareth, PA is seeking an Aquatics & Wellness Specialist to ensure safe, welcoming aquatic and wellness spaces. The role supports member engagement, safety and health initiatives in a community-focused, non-profit YMCA setting.

Responsibilities include lifeguard supervision, pool chemical testing, wellness supervision, and maintaining cleanliness; training provided for Lifeguard certification as needed. This is a full-time, hourly position with YMCA benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• High school graduate preferred.
• Relevant experience in aquatics and wellness environments.
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness required for duties (standing, swimming, treading water, lifting up to 50 lbs).
• Must possess and maintain American Red Cross Lifeguard certification (training provided if needed).
• Excellent communication and member service skills; ability to foster positive relationships with members and staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain presence in the Aquatics Center and Health & Wellness spaces; shifts vary between roles.
• Lifeguard duties: monitor swimmers, respond to emergencies, report incidents, test and maintain pool water quality.
• Wellness duties: enforce Wellness Center guidelines, assist with equipment use, monitor form and safety, perform cleaning and PPE stock checks.
• Complete shift logs and inventory, support member retention and wellness initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Swimming

Fitness

Lifeguard certification

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Nazareth, Pa | Full Time, Hourly | $21.00-$21.50 per hour

Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?

We are looking for an Aquatics & Wellness Specialist to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us. We help members reach their potential, enact goals, and we change lives in our Y community.

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances
• Generous Paid Time Off + 6 paid holidays throughout the year
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!
• Supplemental insurance benefits

What is needed for this job as our Aquatics & Wellness Specialist:

• 18+ years of age
• High school graduate preferred
• Have relevant experience in aquatics and wellness environments
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness congruent with the job responsibilities
• Must possess and maintain a current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification (training provided if necessary)
• Must maintain a level of physical fitness necessary to perform essential job duties, including but not limited to: standing for extended periods, swimming and treading water, lifting and moving equipment up to 50 pounds
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, provide exceptional service to members, and resolve issues with a solution-focused approach
• Proven ability to foster positive relationships and a professional demeanor with members, staff, and the community to promote an inclusive and supportive environment

The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Aquatics & Wellness Specialist:

• Maintain presence in the Aquatics Center and all Health & Wellness spaces, shifts are varied between the two roles
• Trained in Listen First or will attend training within 3 months of position
• Lifeguard Duties:
• Maintain surveillance of all members in the Aquatics Center to ensure member safety
• Respond swiftly and appropriately to emergencies following the emergency action plan
• Promptly report accidents, incidents, or equipment issues and ensure all reports are submitted accurately and completely by the end of the shift
• Administer pool chemical tests and respond to results in accordance with established procedures to ensure water safety and quality
• Health & Wellness Duties:
• Be familiar with and enforce the Wellness Center Guidelines to maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all members
• Demonstrate knowledge of Wellness Center equipment, including proper usage and safety protocols. Be available to answer member questions and provide instruction as needed to ensure members are using equipment correctly and safely
• Monitor members to ensure they are displaying safe and proper form when using equipment. Provide assistance and guidance as needed
• Promptly communicate any equipment malfunctions to the Health and Wellness Supervisor
• Accurately complete the Wellness Center Shift Responsibilities & Cleaning log, including tasks such as wiping down high-touch surfaces (e.g., equipment and doors), picking up debris, spot cleaning mirrors, and organizing equipment in assigned areas. Ensure the overall cleanliness of the Wellness Center.
• Coach members on how to properly wipe down equipment before and after use to maintain hygiene and cleanliness
• Regularly take inventory of cleaning supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE) in your designated area, ensuring sufficient stock of gloves, tissues, sanitary wipes, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting solution. Communicate inventory needs to the supervisor
• Support membership efforts related to member retention and Wellness Initiatives, ensuring clear communication and active participation in organizational goals

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
• Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
• Great members to work with every day!

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply