Head Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; Siousca (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Family membership

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

Babysitting during shift

Retirement plan

Education reimbursement

Training & development

Referral bonuses

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Brandywine is seeking a Part Time Lifeguard to oversee pool safety and supervision at the Coatesville location. The role involves monitoring the pool area, enforcing safety rules, and coordinating with aquatic leadership to conduct drills and trainings.

Qualifications include Ellis & Associates lifeguarding certification, CPR/First Aid, AED, Oxygen and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications, plus monthly in-service hours and leadership ability for Head Guards.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard certification and ongoing training requirements.
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Oxygen Administration, AED, and Blood borne Pathogens.
• Monthly Ellis & Associates in-service hours and scanning skills.
• Head Guards must demonstrate leadership and maturity with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area.
• Follow emergency procedures and complete required reports.
• Maintain positive relationships with members and staff.
• Apply safety rules and guidelines for pool and aquatic areas.
• Keep accurate records as required by YMCA and health codes.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure available gear.
• Check pool conditions on arrival and close.
• Conduct trainings and drills with aquatic leadership.

Skills

Lifeguarding

CPR/First Aid

AED

In-service training

Leadership

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Job Location: Coatesville YMCA - Coatesville , PA 19320, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $17.82 - $23.16 Hourly, Job Category: Aquatics, Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2026 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for the third consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non‑profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life‑changing programs for all.

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full‑time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and everyday essentials like home, auto, and pet insurance on our employee marketplace
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
• Flexible schedule

What You’ll Do

• Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving and closing.
• Performs chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and takes appropriate action.
• Attends all staff meetings and training as required.
• Acts as a liaison for lifeguard staff to aquatic leadership
• With Aquatic Leadership support conduct trainings and emergency drills including Vigilant Awareness Training
• Report any safety, staffing or facility related issues to supervisor.
• Ensure that lifeguard team members follow established procedures consistent with the training they receive.
• Ability to identify hazards and unsafe practices and to make suitable recommendations for minimizing or eliminating those hazards and follow all emergency action plans.
• Ensure swim test policy procedures are being followed
• Speak professionally with uncooperative/concerned members.
• Educate members and staff about facility rules and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: What You'll Need

• Must be 18 or older
• Current lifeguarding certification from Ellis & Associates
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Oxygen Administration, AED, and Blood borne Pathogens
• Complete required monthly in‑service hours of Ellis & Associates in-service training and scanning skills,
• Head Guards must be able to lead, motivate others, earn respect and demonstrate maturity in relating to people of all ages and abilities
• Obtain and maintain all additional new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard. Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness. See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.