Detroit SWIMS Lifeguard

YMCA Detroit; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 15.000 - 21.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free family membership

Discounted access to programs

Flexible scheduling

Retirement plan & employee assistance

Zusammenfassung

YMCA Detroit is hiring Lifeguards to maintain safe swimming conditions under YMCA policies, promoting member safety and engagement in the Detroit area.

The role requires oversight of pool safety, adherence to safety protocols, and participation in ongoing training. A signing bonus is offered, with training opportunities for ARC lifeguard certification.

Qualifikationen

• High school education or equivalent, 16+ years old.
• 1 year lifeguard experience preferred.
• Red Cross Lifeguard certification preferred; certification offered by us.
• CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and emergency oxygen training provided.

Aufgaben

• Maintain active pool surveillance using the 10/20 scanning strategy.
• Respond to emergencies in line with YMCA and ARC policies.
• Perform and document equipment and chemical checks.
• Attend staff meetings, required trainings, and monthly in-service sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Kenntnisse

Lifeguarding

CPR/First Aid

Emergency Response

Observation & Scanning

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Jobbeschreibung

LIKE BEING IN THE WATER?

MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the 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 Detroit SWIMS 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 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

$300 Signing Bonus!

Free American Red Cross Lifeguard Training!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains actively attended surveillance of the pool area utilizing the “effective 10/20 scanning strategy”, while ensuring fellow staff follows proper guidelines and correct when needed
• Responds to emergency situations 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 Supervisor

Abilities & Skills

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