Lifeguard

Ymcachicago; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Free lifeguard classes

Family YMCA membership

Employee discounts

Career advancement

Job summary

The McCormick YMCA is now hiring lifeguards in Chicago. Salary starts at $18.00 per hour with flexible scheduling and growth opportunities within the organization.

We offer paid lifeguard training, complimentary family membership, employee discounts, and a commitment to safety. Duties include supervising the pool, assisting guests, and performing CPR/first aid when needed.

Join a team that values service and community impact, with ongoing training and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Must complete Lifeguard Certification or hold current YMCA/Red Cross certifications including First Aid, CPR, AED.
• Physically able to perform rescues and meet job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level customer service to members, participants and guests.
• Supervise and guard the pool and aquatic facility; enforce guidelines.
• Administer first aid/CPR if necessary using training and equipment.
• Perform water rescues when needed and contact EMS for serious injuries.

Skills

Customer service

Lifeguarding

Safety awareness

First aid/CPR

Education

Lifeguard Certification

Tools

First Aid/CPR AED

Job description

The McCormick YMCA is now hiring lifeguards!!

Salary starts at $18.00 per hour, f lexible scheduling opportunities, and opportunities to grow within the organization

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

• Paid Training and Free Lifeguard classes.
• Complimentary Family YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs.
• Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities.
• Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!

What you will do:

• Provide a high-level of customer service to members, program participants and guests at all times.
• Supervise and guard the pool and aquatic facility and ensure participants adhere to all YMCA aquatic guidelines and procedures.
• Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
• Perform appropriate water rescues, when necessary, using rescue techniques and equipment.
• Contact emergency medical personal in case of serious injury.
• Actively participate in obtaining further water safety certifications.
• Attend all in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or center leadership team.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 15 years of age
• Must successfully complete the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification training or have current YMCA or American Red Cross certification as well as current First Aid, AED, CPR and Oxygen Administration certifications.
• Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person and meet other physical requirements required for job certification.
• Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers.
• Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.
• Ability to meet physical requirements based on job description.
• The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disability.

Child Abuse Prevention:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor.
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer
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