Lifeguard

YMCA; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free American Red Cross Lifeguard培训

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is seeking a lifeguard for Downriver Family YMCA to ensure safe swimming conditions and a welcoming, safety‑focused environment for members.

You will monitor the pool, enforce rules, respond to emergencies, perform equipment checks, and participate in required trainings to maintain certifications and pool safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school level education (over 16 years of age) is required or preferred.
• 1 year of experience is preferred but not required.
• Red Cross Lifeguard license is preferred; certification offered by YMCA.
• CPR for Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of pool area using safe scanning practices.
• Responds to emergencies and follows YMCA and ARC policies.
• Performs equipment and chemical checks following protocol.
• Attends staff meetings, trainings, and certifications as required.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Auditory/Distress signals observation

Lifting strength

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (preferred)

Tools

American Red Cross Lifeguard license

CPR/First Aid/AED certifications (preferred)

Job description

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

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Downriver 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