Lifeguard

YMCA Detroit; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family membership

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program

Retirement plan

Job summary

YMCA Detroit is hiring Lifeguards to maintain safe swimming conditions and promote member safety under Y policies. The role emphasizes vigilant surveillance, quick emergency response, and adherence to safety protocols.

The position offers benefits such as a signing bonus, free lifeguard training, and a family-friendly work environment. Certification training may be provided by the employer to qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• High school education (16+ years) preferred.
• 1 year lifeguard experience preferred.
• Red Cross Lifeguard license preferred (certification provided).
• CPR for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen training required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain actively attended surveillance of pool area using scanning strategy.
• Respond to emergencies and relay reports per YMCA and ARC policies.
• Perform and document equipment and chemical checks per protocol.
• Attend staff meetings and required training/certification courses.
• Perform other duties as directed by Supervisor.

Skills

Lifeguard surveillance

Emergency response

Safety awareness

Observation skills

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED training

Job description

LIKE BEING IN THE WATER? MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Boll Family 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 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