Lifeguard

ymcapkccareers; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Flexible scheduling around school

EAP & wellness program

Education opportunities

Discount on programs & merchandise

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties seeks an Aquatics Staff / Lifeguard at the Lakewood Family YMCA in Lakewood, WA. This part-time role offers a wage of $18.00 to $18.50 per hour, with up to 25 hours weekly and duties spanning lifeguarding, swim instruction, and member safety.

Responsibilities include pool surveillance, teaching basic to advanced swim skills, and maintaining safety protocols. Benefits include YMCA membership, flexible scheduling, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years or older.
• Six months or more of related Aquatics experience preferred.
• Current Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications preferred.
• Background and reference checks required per WA State law.
• Committed to diversity and inclusive environment.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety by scanning water and pool deck, enforcing rules, and following emergency procedures.
• Instruct swimming lessons for youth and promote member engagement and safety.
• Administer first aid/CPR as needed and document required reports.
• Prepare lesson plans with progression for ages and abilities.
• Ensure understanding of safety policies for pool/aquatic areas.
• Attend regular trainings and maintain positive relationships with members and staff.
• Support training, safety checks, and healthy operations of the aquatics area.

Skills

Lifeguard

Swim Instructor

CPR

AED

First Aid

Job description

Position: Aquatics Staff / Lifeguard

Wage: $18.00 to $18.50 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Lakewood Family YMCA, Lakewood, WA

As a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor, you will be responsible for performing Lifeguard and Swim Instructor duties while creating a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals. If hired for this position, you will also be responsible for promoting member engagement and safety by maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 years or older.
• Six months or more of related Aquatics experience (preferred).
• Current Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Always ensuring the safety of our members by vigilantly scanning the water and pool deck areas, monitoring activities, identifying safety issues and concerns, enforcing rules, and following YMCA emergency procedures and protocols.
• Instructing swimming lessons in basic and advanced stroke skills to youth members.
• Performing necessary rescue actions, administering first aid and CPR in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six” model; completing related reports as required.
• Preparing class lesson plans with a natural progression of appropriate skills for the abilities and ages of the classes.
• Knowing, understanding, consistently communicating, and applying safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic areas.
• Attending monthly, quarterly, and/or annual training and certification courses.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.

Benefits

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity so all can thrive in every season of life.

Aquatics Staff Job Description

Position Summary

Aquatics Staff are responsible for performing Lifeguard and Swim Instructor duties while creating a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals. They are also responsible for promoting member engagement and safety by maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of our members at all times by vigilantly scanning the water and pool deck areas, monitoring activities, identify safety issues and concerns, enforcing rules, and following YMCA emergency procedures and protocols.
• Know and review all emergency procedures and respond quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Perform necessary rescue actions, administer first aid and CPR in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six” model; complete related reports as required.
• Prepare class lesson plans with a natural progression of appropriate skills for the abilities and ages of the classes.
• Safely instruct swimming lessons in basic and advanced stroke skills according to class swim level.
• Know, understand, and consistently communicate and apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Attend monthly, quarterly and/or annual trainings and certification courses as assigned.
• Attend and complete in-water training and drills as scheduled.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
• Complete accident, incident reports, and rescue data sheets.
• Assist with keeping accurate records of lesson attendance, member usage charts, and safety inspections.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Parent communication utilizing session report cards.
• Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
• Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
• Identify pool related hazards and perform cleaning and sanitation protocols.
• Staff are expected to adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including the use of PPE.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age or older.
• Must possess, or obtain and maintain YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding certification and CPR/AED, Oxygen Administration and First aid certifications prior to hire.
• Six months or more of related experience preferred.
• Previous experience working with youth preferably in a program setting and diverse populations.
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related aquatics and office equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards. Experience preferred.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Physically perform all essential functions of a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• 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 or focus.
• Regularly required to talk.
• Frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift or move a higher amount.
• Frequently works in and around chlorinated water.
• Regularly swims, moves and trains in the pool.

Employee Acknowledgement

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of this position. This document is not an exhaustive list and other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without advanced notice.

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise employment-at-will rights at any time.

By signing below, you are acknowledging that you have read the document in its entirety and that you understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position.

Further, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation(s), and that should you need assistance, that you are responsible for notifying your Director, Executive Director, and/or Human Resources.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled