Lifeguard

YMCA Detroit; Milford Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free membership

Flexible scheduling

Family-friendly

Retirement plan

Job summary

YMCA Detroit's Carl's Family YMCA is hiring a lifeguard to supervise pool areas, enforce safety rules, and promote member well-being. You will monitor water activity, respond to emergencies, and maintain equipment and chemical checks in accordance with YMCA policies.

Qualifications include high school or equivalent, CPR/First Aid/AED; lifeguard certification preferred. Training opportunities and flexible scheduling are provided to support your development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or older with eligibility.
• CPR/First Aid/AED required or preferred; lifeguard certification preferred.
• Ability to maintain pool safety under YMCA policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of pool area and enforces safety rules.
• Responds to emergencies and reports per YMCA guidelines.
• Performs equipment and chemical checks following proper protocol.
• Attends staff meetings and required training.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Skills

Lifeguard vigilance

Emergency response

Water safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (preferred)

Tools

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid

AED

Emergency Oxygen

Job description

LIKE BEING IN THE WATER?

MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Carl's 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).