Camp Waterfront Lifeguard-YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir

Treasure Valley Family YMCA; Cascade (ID); On-site; USD 14,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Treasure Valley Family YMCA, at Horsethief Reservoir, seeks a Camp Waterfront Lifeguard for the 2027 summer season. The role focuses on creating a safe, engaging waterfront environment, with responsibilities including supervising water activities, enforcing safety rules, and acting as a First Responder in emergencies.

Must be 16+, hold Lifeguard Certification (Instructor preferred), and be willing to live on YMCA facilities in Cascade, Idaho during program times.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age at the start of employment.
• Lifeguard Certification required.
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification preferred.
• Ability to live on site during scheduled program times.
• Experience in outdoor waterfront preferred.
• Experience in directing others preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety of participants, staff and volunteers per YMCA lifeguard standards.
• Enforce water safety rules.
• Serve as First Responder in waterfront emergencies.
• Ensure area and equipment are safe for water activities.
• Administer swim tests per guidelines.
• Complete incident and accident reports.
• Promote inclusiveness and community among participants and staff.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

Lifeguard Instructor Certification

BLS Certification

First Aid Certification

Y Lifeguard

Job description

• Other Compensation $75-$85 daily rate
• Job Category Camp
• Employee Type Seasonal (Camp Exempt)

Contact information

• Phone [phone] ext. 857

Are you passionate about working with youth, exploring the outdoors, and making a lasting difference in the lives of children? Join our team as a Camp Waterfront Lifeguard for the 2027 summer season!

YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir is looking for enthusiastic, responsible, and adventurous individuals who are ready to create unforgettable summer experiences for campers.

Make a Difference at Camp

At the Y, we believe children discover who they are through meaningful relationships, new experiences, and the freedom to explore. YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir provides a welcoming outdoor community where friendships flourish, new interests take shape, and confidence grows.

Through campfires, canoeing, archery, zip-lining, paddleboarding, ropes courses, mentorship, and countless other adventures, campers develop self-reliance, leadership skills, a love of nature, and strong character.

As a Camp Waterfront Lifeguard, you'll help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where every camper can learn, grow, build friendships, and thrive. You'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact that lasts long after summer ends!

TheWaterfront Lifeguardposition is responsible for creating a safe environment for aquatics participants and serving as First Responder in emergency situations. This would be a waterfront unique/open body of water duties.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff, and volunteers at assigned program areas by adhering to YMCA Lifeguarding and association lifeguard standards.
• Communicate and enforce water safety rules to participants, staff and volunteer.
• Serve as First Responder in Waterfront emergency situations.
• Ensure program area and equipment is ready for use and deemed safe in a variety of water activities.
• Administer swim test to participants according to association guidelines.
• Completes incident and accident reports as required.
• Promote inclusiveness and community amongst participants and other staff members.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years of old at the start of employment.
• Lifeguard Certification.
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification preferred.
• Ability to live on site during scheduled program times.
• Experience in outdoor waterfront preferred.
• Experience in directing others preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• Basic Life Support Certification upon hire.
• First Aid Certification upon hire.
• Y Lifeguard upon hire.

Schedule:

This is a seasonal position from May 17, 2027, through July 31, 2027. Typical camp schedule for each session will be Sunday - Friday but occasional Saturdays will be required. All camp staff receives at least 24-hour time off period every 7 days between sessions, as well as scheduled time off each day during sessions. Must be able to live at YMCA camp facilities in Cascade, Idaho during program delivery times.

Welcoming and Inclusion:

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.