Lifeguard

YMCA Detroit; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free American Red Cross Lifeguard培训

Flexible Scheduling

Free Family Membership & Access to YMc

Job summary

YMCA Detroit is seeking lifeguards for the Macomb Family YMCA to ensure safe swimming conditions and a positive, engaging environment for members. We offer certification opportunities and flexible scheduling to fit your needs.

Responsibilities include active pool surveillance, emergency response, and routine safety checks. Join our team to help promote safety and wellness in the community.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• 1 year of lifeguard experience preferred but not required.
• Red Cross Lifeguard license preferred but not required (training offered).
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area using the scanning strategy and ensures staff follow guidelines.
• Responds to emergencies and relays reports per YMCA and American Red Cross policies.
• Performs and documents equipment and chemical checks.
• Attends staff meetings, required training and certification courses, and in-service trainings.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Distress signal recognition

Strength & lifting

Education

High school education or equivalent

Red Cross Lifeguard license preferred

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Emergency Oxygen training

Job description

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

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Macomb 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).