Lifeguard

YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Family Membership

Discounted Program Access

Flexible Scheduling

Family-friendly Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is hiring a lifeguard for the Farmington Family YMCA. You will monitor pool safety, enforce rules, and respond to emergencies to keep members safe and engaged.

Requirements include a high school education, CPR/First Aid/AED training, and lifeguard certification is preferred; we provide certification. The position offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent; 16+ years old.
• 1 year of experience preferred but not required.
• Lifeguard certification preferred; we offer certification.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED and Emergency Oxygen are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area using the 10/20 scanning method.
• Respond to emergencies and relay reports per YMCA/ARC guidelines.
• Perform and document equipment and chemical checks per protocol.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and in-service sessions.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Distress signal awareness

Strength & lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Lifeguard certification (ARC)

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Job description

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

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Farmington 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 the promotion of YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit member safety and engagement.

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

• At a 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

Free American Red Cross Lifeguard Training!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area, utilizing the “effective 10/20 scanning strategy”, while ensuring fellow staff follow proper guidelines and correct when needed
• Responds to emergencies 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 the supervisor

Abilities & Skills

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

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).