Lifeguard

YMCA; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family membership

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance program

Retirement plan

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is hiring lifeguards for the Macomb Family YMCA in Mount Clemens, MI. This role focuses on maintaining safe swimming conditions and a positive environment for members in line with YMCA policies.

Ideal candidates have high school education and CPR/First Aid training; Red Cross Lifeguard certification is preferred, with YMCA offering training. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and community service.

Qualifications

• High school education required (16+).
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard license preferred (certification offered).
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of pool using the 10/20 scanning strategy.
• Respond to emergencies per YMCA and Red Cross policies.
• Perform equipment and chemical checks per protocol.
• Attend staff meetings and training; participate in monthly in-service training.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Lifeguard surveillance

Emergency response

Team coordination

Education

High school education

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (preferred)

Job description

Macomb Family YMCA, 10 North River Road, Mount Clemens, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

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
• 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

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (“YMCA”) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with
program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program
participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with
authorities in any case of abuse.

Macomb Family YMCA, 10 North River Road, Mount Clemens, Michigan, United States of America