Lifeguard

Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston is seeking a Lifeguard for the Gerald and Darelene Jordan Club in Chelsea, MA. The role requires maintaining a safe swimming environment, enforcing pool rules, and following emergency procedures. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have previous lifeguarding experience, and hold current American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid. The position offers a salary of $21-$23/hr based on experience, alongside a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Experience as a Lifeguard required.
• Must have current lifeguarding certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment at the pool.
• Enforce pool rules and emergency procedures.
• Assist in implementing swim lessons.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Proficient swimming ability

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of youth development principles

Education

Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid certifications

LGI, WSI, and CPO certifications

Job description

About Boys & Girls Clubs Of Boston. Since 1893, Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston have played an essential role in opening doors and creating opportunities for young people across this city. All staff are expected to model healthy behavior while working with members.

Position Overview

The Lifeguard position maintains a safe environment, enforces all pool rules, and follows emergency procedures. Lifeguards ensure safety of all swimmers by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations and behaviors. The position reports to the Aquatics Program Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Commitment to Safety and Excellence

• Assist Aquatics Program Manager (Head Lifeguard) in maintaining a safe environment in accordance with safety regulations and standards.
• Vigilantly observe swimmers to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Know all aquatics emergency procedures and enforce all pool rules, including performing rescues in the event of accidents, using appropriate lifesaving techniques.
• Administer first aid and CPR as needed, following established protocols for emergencies.

Technical and Professional Knowledge

• Proficient swimming ability and physical fitness to perform rescues and patrol the aquatics area.
• Maintain safe and clean aquatics program area, including assisting Aquatics Program Manager with pool maintenance and cleaning as needed.
• Secure and maintain materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the aquatics program area.

Aquatics Programming and Behavior Management

• Assist in implementing developmentally appropriate activities, including assistance with swim lessons for various age groups.
• Assist in the supervision and discipline of campers participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse.
• Participate in various evaluation efforts throughout each program year, including the annual member survey.

Communication, Collaboration and Teamwork

• Strong verbal communication skills to effectively inform and instruct swimmers about safety practices.
• Participate in collaborative programs, events and field trips with staff from other clubhouse groups, staff from other BGCB clubhouses and community organizations as appropriate.
• Other related duties as specified by the Aquatics Program Manager.

General BGCB Expectations

• Teaching youth/teens the importance of living an active, healthy lifestyle is a BGCB priority. All staff are expected to model healthy behavior while working with members.
• BGCB values creating child-friendly environments where youth/teens of all abilities can be successful and participate. BGCB expects employees to embrace its focus on inclusion of all members, regardless of disability or developmental challenge.
• Building the capacity of staff is central to BGCB. The organization encourages and requires that all staff participate in annual professional development opportunities that continue to cultivate their skills in the youth development field.
• Every staff member shares the responsibility for ensuring BGCB is, and remains, an environment free of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age (and Teen Associate Lifeguards (16+) must always be on duty with an adult (18+) certified lifeguard).
• Experience as a Lifeguard.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid certifications.
• Knowledge of youth development principles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• LGI (Lifeguard Instructor), WSI (Water Safety Instructor) and CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certifications (must have or be willing to obtain for positions above standard Lifeguard position).
• Experience supervising or supporting other guards (required for positions above standard Lifeguard position).

Travel

• Travel between sites and to activities as needed.

Start Date

June 2026 – desired start date; position open until filled.

Location

Chelsea, MA (Gerald and Darelene Jordan Club).

Salary & Benefits

Salary $21–$23/hr, commensurate with experience; along with a great work environment.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health choices, marital status, age, pregnancy, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status recognized by federal, state or local law with respect to employment opportunities.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.