Lifeguard - Columbia North YMCA

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Job summary

A local community center is seeking enthusiastic individuals age 16+ to join as lifeguards. This role provides valuable skills in communication and responsibility while ensuring the safety of pool participants. Candidates should have American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or willingness to obtain it. Benefits include a free membership, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth in a non-profit environment aimed at strengthening the community.

Qualifications

• Age 16+
• Ability to pass Lifeguard Certification course
• Passionate about safety around water

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety and surveillance of all pool participants
• Understanding and applying organizational safety procedures
• Maintaining organization and cleanliness of the pool deck

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Responsibility

Strong swim skills

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Summer seasonal and year-round positions available!

Love swimming and working at the pool? We got you.

We are looking for individuals age 16+ to serve as lifeguards. As a lifeguard, you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime!

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule. Opening shifts available for the early bird!
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job:

• Age 16+
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or ability to pass the course
• Passionate about safety around water and strong swim skills

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Ensuring the safety and surveillance of all pool participants
• Understanding and applying organizational safety procedures for the pool deck and aquatic areas
• Maintaining organization and cleanliness of the pool deck, including skimming and brushing

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing leadership team
• Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- Let’s gooooooo! We want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.