Lifeguard - Bear-Glasgow YMCA Family Location

YMCA of Delaware; Delaware; On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Learning workshops

Career advancement

Staff discounts

Job summary

YMCA of Delaware is seeking a Lifeguard for the Bear-Glasgow YMCA Family Location in Newark, DE. Part-time position with pay range $15.00–$16.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety on the pool deck, responding to emergencies, monitoring chemical levels, and supervising youth swimmers. Must hold a CARMP license; free training available if not certified.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16.
• Must have Ellis & Associates CARMP license (free training if not certified).
• Vision of 20/25 or 20/25 corrected; eyewear allowed to meet 20/25 while on duty.

Responsibilities

• Ensure member & guest safety by remaining vigilant at all times.
• Respond to emergencies per Aquatic Safety Plan.
• Check pool chemicals and document readings.
• Swim test and monitor wristbands for swimmers 14 years and younger.
• Follow aquatic program schedule and adjust lane lines as needed.
• Be familiar with other departments to respond to incidents.

Skills

16+ years of age

Vigilant safety

Strong swimming ability

Vision 20/25

Education

Ellis & Associates CARMP license

Job description

Lifeguard - Bear-Glasgow YMCA Family Location

Job Category: AQUATICS

Requisition Number: LIFEG002877

• Posted : September 5, 2025
• Part-Time

Locations

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Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA
Newark, DE 19702, USA

Description

Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15.00 – $16.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure member & guest safety by remaining vigilant at all times.
• Respond quickly, intelligently, decisively and in accordance with established emergency action plans and expectations within the written Aquatic Safety Plan.
• Check pool chemicals at regular intervals throughout your shift and document
• Swim test, mark and not all green and yellow wristband swimmers 14 years old and younger
• Follow aquatic program schedule and put in, take out or move lane lines accordingly
• Be familiar with the location of the other departments in the branch and be prepared to respond to incidents and accidents in these areas

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• Must have current Ellis & Associates CARMP license (Free training available if not already certified)
• A minimum of 20/25 or 20/25 corrected vision and free from permanent abnormalities of either eye. If required, wearing corrective lenses as needed will be required to assure a minimum of 20/25 vision while on duty as a lifeguard.

Preferred Qualifications:

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer. The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

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